SMS: End of street begging

Your comments on the enforcement of a city bylaw that prohibits people from begging and giving alms on the street.

The prohibition against giving alms to beggars in public places is based on the 2007 bylaw on public order passed by the City Council and the city administration.

The administration has the duty to enforce any bylaw legally issued. If people really want to help the poor, there are far better and more effective ways than dropping loose change to beggars at street corners.

Soebagjo Soetadji
Jakarta

Yes I agree. Jakarta is city where many diplomats live, and we have to maintain public places and security.

Terry Komala
Jakarta

It's not only for the sake of both beggars and almsgivers, but the safety and security of others as well. I agree.

E. Nurdin
Jakarta

If the Jakarta administration enforces the bylaw, it has to prepare solutions like teaching beggars skills so they can earn money in other ways.

Fauziyah
Malang, East Java

No I don't think so, because ultimately it is up to the individual whether they want or need to beg; but more significantly it is up to the individual if they choose to give, it all comes down to what each individual chooses to do.

Mike
Mooloolaba, Australia

I agree with this rule because this will educate people to be more independent.

Imam Muslim
Jakarta

It reflects a care around the city for comfort and cleanliness. But this city bylaw pushes them to become criminals.

Yanti Nurdianti
Jakarta