Anti-hopping law to get Sarawak’s consent; a justified concern
KUCHING: Every state must be free to explore and design the version of anti-hopping law that contributes towards stable state government and promotes accountability by elected representatives to their constituents. Bersih Sarawak Chairman Ann Teo said whatever form the finalised version of the federal law on party-hopping will take in due course, must not impose […]
Sarawak consensus needed on anti-hopping law
KUCHING: It is necessary for the proposed anti-hopping law, once passed, to be consented to by Sarawak before it is extended to the state to ensure it will not become a political weapon for the federal government to control other political parties in Sarawak. Universiti Malaya’s Associate Professor Dr Awang Azman Awang Pawi said […]
39 MPs hopped since 2018
KUCHING: As many as 39 Members of Parliament (MPs) have hopped from one party to another since 2018. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said that such action had led to political instability in the country. “When there is political instability … The country’s economy […]
Political frogs are no charming princes
One of the main reasons behind our Political instability is MPs changing parties at their whims and fancy, and for their personal agendas. — Dr Azmi Hassan, political analyst Make a guess! What is the most dangerous species in Malaysia’s political zoo? A politician friend says it’s the doubled-headed snake — which betrays you with […]
Amendment will end frog politics: Idris
KUCHING: The proposed constitutional amendment to stop party hopping is a good idea that will end the frog politics that has been plaguing democracy. State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Deputy Speaker Datuk Idris Buang, who pointed this out, added that there should be a constitutional provision to disqualify a member of parliament or assembly person if […]
Wan Junaidi is confident Anti-Hoping Bill will pass
KUALA LUMPUR: Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar is confident that the Anti-Party Hopping Bill (RUU) to be brought to the Dewan Rakyat will be approved, based on the response received through engagement sessions. He said the sessions held with many stakeholders including Members of […]
PBB veep: Public must not accept political frogs
KUCHING: While an anti-hopping law is good, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah says more importantly, the public must be educated to not accept political frogs. “The issue is not about having laws to stop party hopping. It is more on educating the public, party leaders and legislators on integrity as well as the evils […]
Anti-hopping law vital for political stability
KUCHING: Enacting an anti-hopping law is crucial is putting an end to party-hopping and will consequently provide political stability in the country. Political observer Datuk Peter Minos said it would stop members of parliament and members of state legislative assemblies (DUN) from “selling” themselves or playing hardball with the parties on whose tickets they won. […]
Let’s do away with ‘frog culture’
Anti-hopping law to enhance political stability KUALA LUMPUR: There is an immediate need for law reform, including the anti-hopping law to ensure confidence and good governance in Malaysia. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law), Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said a anti-hopping law was required to enhance political stability, public confidence in […]
Government to table laws against anti-hopping, limit PM’s term and implement Undi18
KUALA LUMPUR: The federal government today offered a seven-point plan in implementing the transformation in Parliament and government sector to restore political stability in fighting Covid-19 and reviving the economy. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the offer includes tabling the Anti-Hopping Bill in Parliament, implementing Undi18 soon and limiting the prime minister’s […]
