Abolish, don’t just amend, NSC law, urges Malaysian Bar
Malaysian Bar president Abdul Fareed Abdul Gafoor reiterates the body's stand that the law is of questionable constitutional validity and violates the rule of law. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, April 15, 2019.
THE Malaysian Bar has urged Pakatan Harapan to fulfil its election promise to abolish, and not just amend the National Security Council Act. Its president, Abdul Fareed Abdul Gafoor, said the abolition of the NSC Act should be done at the next parliamentary meeting. Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!
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