A social media post featuring an adult and a child searching through a dustbin has sparked debate among Singaporeans. Shared on the Complaint Singapore Facebook page, the image allegedly depicts a father and son seeking beverage containers eligible for the Beverage Container Return Scheme (BCRS) deposit. The original poster expressed concern regarding the child's welfare, suggesting that time spent scavenging should instead be dedicated to childhood activities. Furthermore, the author highlighted potential health risks associated with handling refuse, particularly in the post-pandemic era. However, many online users disagreed with the poster's characterization of the situation as a worrying problem. The incident occurs amid recent reports of individuals earning supplemental income by collecting and returning labeled containers under the national recycling initiative.
Source : The Independent Singapore
Photo : The Independent Singapore
