Baey Yam Keng on Good Samaritan Food Donation Bill

In Parliament on Wednesday (Aug 7), Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Sustainability and the Environment Baey Yam Keng responded to questions raised by Members of the House in relation to the Good Samaritan Food Donation Bill. The issues included his ministry’s broader goals in managing food waste, ensuring food donors with ill intentions do not abuse the protections accorded by the Bill, the need for clear guidelines and standards for food donors, as well as training of staff and volunteers, maintaining records for accountability, regular inspections, and also enforcement and investigative processes if donors do not follow food safety guidelines. Mr Baey said his ministry supports the Good Samaritan Food Donation Bill, as it will help encourage donations of surplus food in a way that does not compromise safety and that provides assurance to recipients.