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New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
PSD chief warns civil servants against joining opposition-organised rally
KUALA LUMPUR: Civil servants have been warned to steer clear of political activities and uphold strict neutrality to maintain public confidence in the government. This includes refraining from wearing party symbols, holding political office, or engaging in campaigning, unless permission is granted under specific circumstances. The warning was issued via a circular signed by the Public Service Department director-general Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan Abdul Aziz. "The civil service must remain professional, fair, and impartial, in line with the principles of neutrality and impartiality, to uphold public confidence in the service, which is the backbone of national administration," he said in the letter dated July 23. On Sunday, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar issued a similar reminder to civil servants, warning them against participating in an opposition-backed rally scheduled for July 26. As such, civil servants are reminded that any breach of conduct may result in disciplinary action under the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993, the circular said. This could include penalties such as warnings, fines, forfeiture of emoluments, demotions, or even dismissal, depending on the severity of the offence. In addition to the prohibition on political involvement, the circular also outlined the expectations placed upon civil servants, including unwavering loyalty to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong as Head of State, to Malaysia as a sovereign nation, and to the government. They were also reminded not to engage in abuse of power, conflicts of interest, or any actions that could tarnish the image of the public service. "All public officers have signed the Letter of Undertaking (Aku Janji) as stipulated under the Public Officers (Appointments, Promotions and Termination of Services) Regulations 2012. "This undertaking is a written commitment by public officers to adhere to government rules and instructions throughout their service," it said. It also reminded civil servants that they are prohibited from making public statements without authorisation. They are not allowed to make public remarks that involve spreading false information, defamatory or provocative content, or statements whose accuracy cannot be confirmed, whether through articles, verbal communication, or on social media platforms. This ban includes comments on government policy, internal departmental matters, or issues that may cast doubt or create egative perceptions regarding the credibility of the civil service, the circular said.

The Star
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Civil servants must follow directive on public assemblies, says AGC
KUALA LUMPUR: The Attorney General's Chambers says that civil servants are bound by specific directives issued by the Chief Secretary to the Government concerning the prohibition against participating in public assemblies. In a statement, the AGC said any failure to comply with P.U. (A) 1/2012, P.U. (A) 395/1993, General Orders, circulars, service circulars, rules and other government-issued instructions could result in disciplinary action being taken against the officer under P.U. (A) 395/1993. "Although Articles 10(1)(a) and 10(1)(b) of the Federal Constitution provide every citizen the right to freedom of speech and expression, as well as the right to assemble peaceably and without arms, these rights are not absolute,' it said. Last week, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar reminded civil servants not to participate in a rally scheduled to be held in the capital this Saturday. He said it would be inappropriate for civil servants to join the assembly as doing so would go against the principle of Loyalty to the King and Country as enshrined in the Rukun Negara. Meanwhile, the AGC stated that a public officer was bound by the Letter of Undertaking as provided for under subregulation 20(3) of the Public Officers (Appointments, Promotions and Termination of Services) Regulations 2012 [P.U. (A) 1/2012]. "Under the Letter of Undertaking, every public officer is responsible for complying with all regulations, including the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993 [P.U. (A) 395/1993], General Orders, circulars, service circulars, rules and other directives issued by the Government from time to time during the course of their service,' it said. According to the statement, under P.U. (A) 1/2012 and P.U. (A) 395/1993, a public officer must at all times demonstrate loyalty to the King, the nation and the government. "(They must) not act in a manner that tarnishes or discredits the image of the civil service and must not make any public statement that would bring embarrassment or disrepute to the government,' it said. - Bernama


Borneo Post
6 days ago
- Politics
- Borneo Post
AGC: Civil servants prohibited from public assemblies under existing regulations
In a statement, the AGC said any failure to comply with P.U. (A) 1/2012, P.U. (A) 395/1993, General Orders, circulars, service circulars, rules and other government-issued instructions could result in disciplinary action being taken against the officer under P.U. (A) 395/1993. – Bernama photo KUALA LUMPUR (July 23): The Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) today clarified that civil servants are bound by specific directives issued by the Chief Secretary to the Government (KSN) concerning the prohibition against participating in public assemblies. In a statement, the AGC said any failure to comply with P.U. (A) 1/2012, P.U. (A) 395/1993, General Orders, circulars, service circulars, rules and other government-issued instructions could result in disciplinary action being taken against the officer under P.U. (A) 395/1993. 'Although Articles 10(1)(a) and 10(1)(b) of the Federal Constitution provide every citizen the right to freedom of speech and expression, as well as the right to assemble peaceably and without arms, these rights are not absolute,' the statement said. Last week, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar reminded civil servants not to participate in a rally scheduled to be held in the capital this Saturday. He said it would be inappropriate for civil servants to join the assembly as doing so would go against the principle of Loyalty to the King and Country as enshrined in the Rukun Negara. Meanwhile, the AGC stated that a public officer was bound by the Letter of Undertaking as provided for under subregulation 20(3) of the Public Officers (Appointments, Promotions and Termination of Services) Regulations 2012 [P.U. (A) 1/2012]. 'Under the Letter of Undertaking, every public officer is responsible for complying with all regulations, including the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993 [P.U. (A) 395/1993], General Orders, circulars, service circulars, rules and other directives issued by the Government from time to time during the course of their service,' it said. According to the statement, under P.U. (A) 1/2012 and P.U. (A) 395/1993, a public officer must at all times demonstrate loyalty to the King, the nation and the government. '(They must) not act in a manner that tarnishes or discredits the image of the civil service and must not make any public statement that would bring embarrassment or disrepute to the government,' it said. – Bernama absolute Attorney General's Chambers directive peaceful assembly provision


The Sun
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Civil servants barred from joining assemblies under KSN directive
KUALA LUMPUR: The Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) has reaffirmed that civil servants must adhere to directives from the Chief Secretary to the Government (KSN) prohibiting participation in public assemblies. Non-compliance could lead to disciplinary action under existing regulations. In a statement, the AGC cited P.U. (A) 1/2012, P.U. (A) 395/1993, and other government-issued instructions as binding for all public officers. 'Although Articles 10(1)(a) and 10(1)(b) of the Federal Constitution grant citizens the right to freedom of speech and peaceful assembly, these rights are not absolute,' the statement said. Last week, KSN Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar reminded civil servants against joining an upcoming rally in the capital, stressing that participation would violate the Rukun Negara principle of Loyalty to the King and Country. The AGC further noted that public officers are bound by the Letter of Undertaking under subregulation 20(3) of the Public Officers (Appointments, Promotions and Termination of Services) Regulations 2012. This requires adherence to all government regulations, including conduct and discipline rules. 'A public officer must at all times demonstrate loyalty to the King, the nation, and the government,' the statement added. Officers must avoid actions that discredit the civil service or make statements embarrassing the government. – Bernama

Barnama
6 days ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Civil Servants Subject To KSN's Directive On Prohibition Of Participating In Assemblies
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- The Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) today clarified that civil servants are bound by specific directives issued by the Chief Secretary to the Government (KSN) concerning the prohibition against participating in public assemblies. In a statement, the AGC said any failure to comply with P.U. (A) 1/2012, P.U. (A) 395/1993, General Orders, circulars, service circulars, rules and other government-issued instructions could result in disciplinary action being taken against the officer under P.U. (A) 395/1993. 'Although Articles 10(1)(a) and 10(1)(b) of the Federal Constitution provide every citizen the right to freedom of speech and expression, as well as the right to assemble peaceably and without arms, these rights are not absolute,' the statement said. Last week, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar reminded civil servants not to participate in a rally scheduled to be held in the capital this Saturday. He said it would be inappropriate for civil servants to join the assembly as doing so would go against the principle of Loyalty to the King and Country as enshrined in the Rukun Negara. Meanwhile, the AGC stated that a public officer was bound by the Letter of Undertaking as provided for under subregulation 20(3) of the Public Officers (Appointments, Promotions and Termination of Services) Regulations 2012 [P.U. (A) 1/2012]. 'Under the Letter of Undertaking, every public officer is responsible for complying with all regulations, including the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993 [P.U. (A) 395/1993], General Orders, circulars, service circulars, rules and other directives issued by the Government from time to time during the course of their service,' it said. According to the statement, under P.U. (A) 1/2012 and P.U. (A) 395/1993, a public officer must at all times demonstrate loyalty to the King, the nation and the government. '(They must) not act in a manner that tarnishes or discredits the image of the civil service and must not make any public statement that would bring embarrassment or disrepute to the government,' it said.