If government officials wants public feedback on its proposed Goods and Services Tax (GST), they only have to show up at Dataran Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday.

NONE Labour Day activities will feature a peaceful protest against the GST for ‘making the poor poorer’, with some 1,000 people expected to take part.

When contacted, coordinator E Nalini said the protest is important as implementation of the GST will affect everyone in Malaysia.

The government delayed debate on the Bill in March in order to obtain more feedback from the people. The Bill had been tabled for first reading last December.

“This is our feedback, we are 100 percent against the GST as it will be burdensome to the people. We want the GST to be called off forever,” said Nalini.

NGOs that will participate in the rally include Jaringan Rakyat Tertindas (Jerit), Suaram, Saya Anak Bangsa Malaysia and Sahabat Wanita, alongside political parties like PSM and PAS as well as rights activists.  

Nalini said other issues affecting workers, such as the minimum wage, will also be raised during the protest.