Chief secretary to the government Mohd Zuki Ali said this included making, publishing or distributing any statement, rumours or news against vaccines with intention to cause fear among the public.
He said action could be taken under the law against those caught doing so, with those found guilty jailed for up to two years, fined or both.
Speaking at the Prime Minister’s Department’s Excellent Service Award 2020 presentation today, Zuki called on civil servants to register for the Covid-19 vaccination through the MySejahtera application.
“I hope that the Covid-19 vaccination programme can help us fight this virus and allow us all to return to a more conducive and prosperous life,” he said.
Zuki is among those who have received two doses of the vaccine, the first on Feb 25 and the second on March 18.
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