Virus testing a must for MPs, media before July sitting
The Dewan Rakyat’s second sitting of the year is scheduled over 25 days, from July 13 to August 27. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, June 27, 2020.
ALL MPs, cabinet members and government officials, as well as reporters covering proceedings, must be screened for Covid-19 before the Dewan Rakyat reconvenes on July 13. Parliament communications officer Muhammad Afiq Mohd Hanif told The Malaysian Insight that the testing must be done by July 10. 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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