In the Full Survey on No-Kids Zones... Heo Eun-a Opposes Regulation

The Ministry of Health and Welfare has launched the first nationwide survey on 'No Kids Zones' in stores, while Heo Eun-ah, a member of the People Power Party, raised her voice saying, "I oppose regulations on No Kids Zones."

On the 26th, Representative Heo said on her social media (SNS), "There is also a clear reality for business owners who have no choice but to declare No Kids Zones."

Heo Eun-ah, candidate for the Supreme Council member of the People Power Party. Photo by Kim Hyun-min kimhyun81@

Recently, the Ministry of Health and Welfare commissioned the Korea Institute of Child Care and Education to conduct a survey study on No Kids Zones to examine their impact on low birth rates.

Representative Heo stated, "I do not think No Kids Zones are an ideal form. It cannot be assumed that all children will cause disturbances, nor can it be generalized that parents will neglect their children," but added, "However, I oppose publicly regulating this by portraying it as 'racial segregation'."

She continued, "What we need to do is to be cautious of a culture of all-encompassing regulation and political omnipotence. There are matters the state should regulate and censor, and others it should not," adding, "In the case of No Kids Zones, it is a social and cultural issue that should be adjusted based on consumer empathy and consensus."

She expressed concern that regulating No Kids Zones could lead to more regulations. Representative Heo said, "After No Kids Zones, there might be No ‘Gukhim’ Zones or No ‘Minju’ Zones. The state would have to censor and punish each one," and added, "I believe none of our citizens want such a suffocating society."

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