SUPERMARKETS ENCOURAGED TO HAVE PLAYLAND FOR CHILDREN

KLANG (Malaysia), Sept 10 (Bernama) -- Supermarkets are encouraged to
provide facilities, like a playland for children, to enable parents to shop in
comfort.

Deputy Domestic Trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism Minister Rohani
Abdul Karim said the supermarkets could set up the playland by adopting various
concept, such as to educate children on the importance of preserving the
environment and on consumerism.

"The playland is not just for entertainment, but also to instill general
knowledge among children so that they will grow up to become smart and
responsible consumers.

"It should also be equipped with toys which are safe for children and
approved by the ministry. The children should also be supervised to prevent any
untoward incidents," she told reporters after opening the Molly Fantasy playland
at the Bukit Tinggi Jusco supermarket here Friday.

Earlier in her speech, Rohani said the Molly Fantasy playland at the Jusco
supermarket was the first in the country and that the facility would provide
parents with an option to send their children while they shop.

"This playland is popular in several countries, including Japan, Hong Kong
and China, and is suitable for children between three and 12 years old," she
added.