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Local authorities told to ensure contractors register with CIDB 

KUALA LUMPUR: Local authorities need to ensure that all construction contractors engaged in renovations are registered with the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB). Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said they also need to ensure that contractors have the contractor registration certificate as currently it has yet to be enforced even though the condition […]

Lawas MP calls for massive efforts to prevent haze incidents

LAWAS: Lawas MP Datuk Henry Sum Agong has stressed the need for massive efforts to prevent future haze incidents in the region. He said proper cooperation from all parties, including government agencies and the public, was crucial in tackling the issue. “Incidents such as open fire burning, especially during hot and dry weather conditions, should […]

Operation ensures food premises’ compliance

KUCHING: Health authorities conducted a joint operation to make sure that food premises in Pines Square, Batu Kawah follow the regulations set by the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) and the Local Authorities. On Thursday, the Licensing and Enforcement Division of the Kuching South City Council (MBKS), Padawan Municipal Council (MPP), and Kuching North City […]

More efficient role required in solid waste management: Dr Sim

KUCHING: Local authorities should play their role in providing more efficient and systematic waste management services. Deputy Premier and Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said the issue of ineffective and inefficient solid waste management is one of the constraints faced in a developing city and this […]

Petronas delegation calls on BDA CEO

BINTULU: Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) chief executive officer (CEO) Datuk Muhammad Yakup Kari received a visit from a Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd – Sarawak Asset delegation at Wisma Bintulu here on Wednesday (April 12). The delegation was led by senior general manager Anuar Ismail. The visit was aimed at introducing the management team of Petronas […]

Flood-prone people told to adhere to instructions

SIBU: People in flood-prone areas are urged to follow instructions issued by the local authorities. Women, Family, and Community Development (KPWKM) Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said that it was to ensure their safety. “For those who are in school, the Sarawak Civil Defence Force (APM) may allow learning at a temporary relief centre if […]

Fine-tune road maintenance system, local authorities told

KUCHING: Local authorities here are urged to step up efforts in fine-tuning their road maintenance system. Michael Kong Feng Nian, special assistant to DAP Sarawak chairman Chong Chieng Jen, said besides awarding such projects out to contractors, the local authorities must also ensure there is a department that monitors and ensures that the projects are […]

Strata management seminar extended

KUCHING: The ‘Your Essential Guide to Strata Management and Maintenance in Sarawak’ seminar will be extended by one more session to accommodate the overwhelmingly positive response by members of the property industry and related professional groups. Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government (MPHLG) Michael Tiang Ming Tee said to […]

Councils’ traffic warden unit to help police

SIBU: The Ministry of Transport has authorised local authorities in the state to set up a Traffic Warden Unit within their jurisdiction. Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said he aims to set up the unit in all urban local authorities in the state under his Public Health, Housing and Local Government […]

Sustainable Development Goals to guide local authorities

KUCHING: The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a critical component that will help to put into perspective the recently launched Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, said Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian. “The goals will guide the local authorities to focus on areas of critical concern that need to […]