242 notices issued for failure to wear a face-covering or mask

Failure to wear a face-covering or mask continues to be a concern for the Fiji Police Force as this offence recorded the highest number of breaches with 242 notices issued from the 28th of August to the 3rd of September.

480 Public Health Infringement Notices were issued during this period.

Police say 97 notices were for the breach of curfew, 84 for social gathering, and 12 for failing to comply with the 2 meters physical distancing.

They say 15 people received notices for failing to comply with orders in relation to the consumption of kava and liquor, 11 PSV drivers were booked for failing to comply with the 50% passenger capacity, 11 for failing to wear a mask while travelling in a public service vehicle and 7 people received notices for failing to wear a proper face covering.

Several individuals were also booked for multiple breaches.

135 Public Health Infringement Notices were recorded in Southern Division, 120 in the Western Division, 73 in the Central Division and 88 in the North.

Police say officers in uniform and civilian clothing will be moving around to ensure there is compliance and those found breaching will be booked.