Lawyers argue that Kelantan’s proposal to mandate halal certification for food outlets may exceed local council authority, as halal certification is federally governed by...
Council vs Constitution: Lawyers explain the legal tangle behind Kelantan’s proposal to mandate halal certs
A main concern is whether the move is lawful, with lawyers polled by Malay Mail suggesting that Kota Baru Municipal Council may be overstepping its jurisdiction when it comes to halal certification. Last week, Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming asserted that the certification process falls outside the jurisdiction of local authorities and infringe on the purview of Jakim.
Nizam explained that in Kelantan’s scenario, the Kota Baru council is therefore attempting to piggyback on the food fraud laws to enforce the halal certification.
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