THE IRISH Railways Has Announced A Fine Of EURO 100 (Equivalent To Tsh. 306200) For Any Passenger Who Uses Their Phone To Listen To Music/Watch Videos Loudly Without Wearing Earphones.
It Is Very Common To Encounter This Nuisance In Public Places Or Public Transport Where Some People Become A Nuisance To Others Due To Listening To Or Watching Things On Their Phones Loudly Without Using Earphones.
The Organization Has Said That The Fine Will Also Apply To Those Who Smoke Marijuana Illegally On Trains And Those Who Place Bags And Feet On Seats Where This Law Is Based On The Provisions Of The Railways Act 1984 Which Prohibits The Use Of Gramophones, Portable Radios Or Televisions In A Manner That Annoys Others.