PETALING JAYA: Most candidates standing in GE15 welcome the idea of a national holiday on Nov 18, saying that it will make it easier for people to vote the next day.
Senior Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof lauded the move though he also raised concerns for the economic sector.
Environment and Water Minister Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man said with many returning to their hometowns to vote, it would ease much of the traffic congestion. Tambun candidate for Perikatan Nasional Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu, the Youth and Sports Minister, said a public holiday on Nov 18 would be the best way to encourage a better voter turnout.
“For the Kedahan voters residing in states where Friday is not a holiday, a national public holiday on Nov 18 will be needed,” he said.
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