GEORGE TOWN: The Roman Catholic Diocese of Penang has expressed regret over the action of 24 seminarians who were caught flouting the movement control order (MCO).
Bishop Sebastian Francis said the church understood the need to observe social distancing in light of the Covid-19 pandemic and remain at home under the MCO.Bishop Sebastian said the College General Major Seminary is an institute of education for Catholic men aspiring to be Catholic priests in the country.
He also said the seminarians have adhered to the law and have taken seriously the recommendations to stay at home including taking the necessary precautions required and remaining vigilant for their health. They were charged under Regulation 3 Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Regulations 2020.
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