Consider This:MP Pensions (Part 2) - How Many is Too Many?
A new eye-opening investigative report by MalaysiaKini’s Kini News Lab has shed light on the substantial pensions awaiting elected representatives after their tenure. The report highlights how some MPs are eligible for more than one pension due to holding different positions across their careers. Should MPs be entitled to multiple pensions for their various roles that they’ve served? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, MP for Muar, Johor.
Thu Jun 27 2024
Consider This:MP Pensions (Part 1) - How Many is Too Many?
A new eye-opening investigative report by MalaysiaKini’s Kini News Lab has shed light on the substantial pensions awaiting elected representatives after their tenure. The report highlights how some MPs are eligible for more than one pension due to holding different positions across their careers. Should MPs be entitled to multiple pensions for their various roles that they’ve served? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Ooi Choon Nam, Senior Journalist at Malaysiakini, and Aidila Razak, Special Reports Editor at Malaysiakini.
Thu Jun 27 2024
Five Sabah BN state reps deny having plans to form new party
Shahelmey Yahya today denied claims that he and four other UMNO state elected representatives who are backing Hajiji Noor in the ongoing political crisis will be forming a new party.
Mon Jan 09 2023
DAP passes motion to amend constitution on anti-party hopping
The DAP 2022 Special Congress today passed a motion to amend its constitution prohibiting its elected representatives from party hopping in line with the Anti-Party Hopping Bill passed in Parliament.
Sun Sep 25 2022
GE15: PBM to only contest seats held by elected reps - Zuraida
Parti Bangsa Malaysia (PBM) will field candidates only in seats now held by its elected representatives, in the GE15.
Sat Sep 24 2022
PBB won't force MPs to step down
Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) will not force its elected representatives to step down and make way for younger candidates in the coming general election.
Sat Aug 27 2022
PH files legal action over Sabah 40 per cent revenue entitlement
Thirteen Sabah PH elected representatives filed a legal action to seek a declaration over Sabah's 40 per cent entitlement of revenue derived by the federal government from Sabah annually.
Fri Jun 03 2022
Dewan Rakyat adopts motion to set up special select committee on Anti-Party Hopping Bill
Dewan Rakyat adopted a motion to set up a special select committee to provide recommendations on the constitutional amendment relating to the restrictions for elected representatives to switch parties
Mon Apr 11 2022
Women's involvement in politics still low, give them more space - Mas Ermieyati
Women's involvement in the country's political arena is still low including being the people's elected representatives in Parliament.
Tue Mar 08 2022
Expedite formulation of anti-party hopping laws - MPs
Azalina said through the proposed bill, the power to replace elected representatives who had jumped party should be returned to the voters.
Wed Sep 15 2021
20 MPs give statements on rally - Police
A total of 20 members of Parliament (MPs) have given their statements to the police in connection with a rally by opposition elected representatives here on Monday.
Sat Aug 07 2021
Contact elected reps if name left out for receiving aid - PM Muhyiddin
Individuals whose names were left out of the list of recipients of the Bakul Prihatin Negara assistance have been urged to immediately contact their elected representatives or community leaders.
Fri Aug 06 2021
Three more Members of Parliament give statements to police on rally
Three more Members of Parliament (MPs) have given their statements to police in connection with a rally by opposition elected representatives here on Monday.
Thu Aug 05 2021
Contact Parliamentary service centres if food supply affected - Rina
Rina said elected representatives should be concerned with the situation of those affected by the coronavirus in their areas.
Thu Jul 01 2021
Sultan wants Kelantan elected reps to help people get vaccinated
The Sultan of Kelantan today called on all elected representatives in the state to assist the people get registered for COVID-19 vaccination and help them get to and back from immunisation centres.
Sun May 30 2021
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024