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The Star
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
MPs question Selangor govt decision to sign away rights to council carparks for extra 10% in revenue
Selayang Municipal Council is among four local authorities that will be switching to the new parking concessionaire from Aug 1. — Filepic THE decision by Selangor to outsource parking fees collection and enforcement for four local councils should be reviewed, says Selayang MP William Leong. The fact that only 30% of motorists statewide are paying for parking currently does not justify the move, he said. He pointed out that under the new parking concessionaire, only 40% of revenue would go to the local councils, a mere increase of 10%. Leong: Privatisation of enforcement powers for offences cannot be made a source of income. Leong said the solution was to improve the competency skills of staff since the collection rate from parking stood at 30%. 'The privatisation of enforcement powers for offences cannot be made a source of income, which brings with it the dangers of abuse and corruption,' he told StarMetro. Leong also highlighted that public carpark lots were under the jurisdiction of Transport Ministry. 'Local councils are delegated the functions to manage and collect parking fees through an agreement with the ministry under Section 72 of the Road Transport Act 1987. 'There is no provision in the Gazette Orders to allow the local council to privatise car parking management and the collection of parking fees.' Selangor local government and tourism committee chairman Datuk Ng Suee Lim had announced that the move, from Aug 1, would allow Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ), Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ), Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) and Selayang Municipal Council (MPS) to focus on other duties. When contacted, Shah Alam MP Azli Yusof, said all local council revenue must be returned solely to the local authorities and the state. 'I understand the need to increase parking revenue but I do not see the justification for this privatisation,' he said. He added that based on his own experience, enforcement was well carried out as he has been slapped with summonses. Petaling Jaya residents also disagree with the privatisation of parking, especially given the city council's ample manpower and ability to manage it themselves. Former residents association (RA) chairman for Jalan 14/1 to 14/15, Selva Sugumaran said MBPJ had increased assessment rates. 'Why increase the assessment and then let go of parking revenue?' SS2 resident David Yong believes that money collected from parking should be used to upgrade parking facilities and even resurface roads. Joanne Ting from Damansara Perdana expressed surprise that the state agreed to privatisation without consulting ratepayers. Section 6 Rukun Tetangga chairman Rajesh Mansukhlal said MBPJ should be able to manage parking via AI tech.
Free Malaysia Today
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Govt to study other nations' best practices in appointing judges
(From left) Senator Rita Sarimah Patrick Insol, law and institutional reform minister Azalina Othman Said and Selayang MP William Leong during their meeting on judicial reforms today. (Prime Minister's Department pic) PETALING JAYA : The government will embark on a study of the best practices of other countries in appointing judges, as part of reforming Malaysia's judicial appointments system. Law and institutional reform minister Azalina Othman Said said a preliminary comparative research will be held involving the systems being used in selected countries, namely the UK, India, Australia and Singapore. She said this was agreed by senator Rita Sarimah Patrick Insol and Selayang MP William Leong during a meeting on judicial reforms earlier today. The pair lead parliamentary committees on law review and institutional reforms, respectively. 'This research will give us a holistic understanding of the judicial appointment process in countries with similar systems, allowing Malaysia to evaluate the need for reforms and to adapt these best practices according to our nation's context,' she said. In a statement, Azalina said the government welcomed the public's views and feedback on the matter, adding that it would take an inclusive approach given the importance of the topic. 'The government is committed to strengthening public confidence by implementing reforms based on evidence and transparency,' she added. Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli and several other PKR MPs had called for a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) and a parliamentary committee hearing following the delays in the appointment of top judicial positions, including that of the chief justice. Chief Judge of Malaya Hasnah Hashim is serving as acting chief justice following Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat's retirement, while Federal Court judge Zabariah Yusof is the acting Court of Appeal president after Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim retired last week. Earlier today, Istana Negara urged all parties against politicising the appointment of judges to top judicial positions, saying these appointments must be handled carefully, with integrity and in line with the constitution.
Free Malaysia Today
29-05-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Fuziah, Leong to serve as interim PKR sec-gen, treasurer
PKR's secretary-general Fuziah Salleh and treasurer-general William Leong did not contest in the party's recent central leadership polls. PETALING JAYA : Former Kuantan MP Fuziah Salleh and Selayang MP William Leong will continue serving as PKR's secretary-general and treasurer-general, respectively, pending new appointments to the posts. PKR's political bureau said Fuziah and Leong, who did not contest in the party's recent central leadership elections, will continue to hold the posts until appointments to the new central leadership council are made. Similarly, it said Mustapha Sakmud will continue to lead Sabah PKR in the interim, while Peto Galim will remain the state chapter's election director. The bureau said this was to ensure continuity as PKR prepares for the upcoming state election, which must be held by the end of the year. 'The deputy president and all four vice-presidents have been given specific tasks to ensure the victory of the party and our allies in the unity government (in the state election),' it said in a statement. ADVERTISEMENT VIDCRUNCH Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Quality Auto Back 360p 240p 144p Auto Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x / Skip Ads by The PKR political bureau meeting was chaired by party president Anwar Ibrahim, who was joined by his deputy, Nurul Izzah Anwar, and the four vice-presidents. The bureau said the meeting also discussed a series of policies that will be implemented by the government, as well as their potential impact on the cost of living. However, it did not elaborate on what these policies were. 'Follow-up actions were also discussed to ensure the party will always prioritise the people's interests,' it said.
