The Penang government today filed an application for judicial review to strike out a Home Ministry's order which declared the state's Voluntary Patrol Squad (PPS) as an illegal body.
The application was filed by state Welfare, Caring Society and Environment Committee chairman, Phee Boon Poh who is also the PPS chairman, at the Civil High Court registrar's office, here, through Messrs. Sreenevasan.
In its application, the Penang government named the Home Minister, the Inspector-General of Police and the Malaysian government as respondents.
Among others, the plaintiff is seeking a certiorari order to strike out the order made by the Home Minister on Nov 3, 2014 which declared the PPS as an illegal organisation under Section 5 (1) of the Societies Act 1966.
The state government is also seeking a mandamus order to instruct the respondents to return all jackets, equipment, symbols, weapons and documents belonging to PPS.
In its application, the plaintiff is also asking for a declaration that the PPS was properly and legally established by the state government, in accordance with Section 101(v) of the Local Government Act 1976.
The state government which is making the application on behalf of PPS, claimed that the order made by the Home Ministry was unconstitutional as it contravened Articles 4, 5 (1), 8, 10(1) or 13 (1) of the Federal Constitution.
The plaintiff claimed that over the past three years, the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and other government agencies had used the services of PPS at various meetings and activities in their efforts to fight crime and handle emergency situations.
It stated that PPS was allowed to participate in the 2012 and 2013 Merdeka Day celebrations without any undesirable incident until 2014.
It claimed that the first respondent (Home Minister) had taken irrelevant considerations when making the order by stating that the PPS was being used for purposes that jeopardised public order.
The plaintiff claimed that the PPS was a state government mechanism to complement PDRM and other law enforcement and government agencies in ensuring public order and security.
Meanwhile, lawyer Ram Karpal Singh when met by reporters said the state government was being represented by a line-up of lawyers led by Datuk S.Ambiga.
Also present was Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng.
Bernama
Tue Jan 27 2015
The Penang govt filed an application for judicial review to strike out Home Ministry's order which declared the state's PPS as illegal. -Filepix
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.