ISA amendments to be tabled in July
The Home Ministry is expected to table amendments to the Internal Security Act 1960 (ISA) and two other laws in Dewan Rakyat next month.
The Home Ministry is expected to table amendments to the Internal Security Act 1960 (ISA) and two other laws in Dewan Rakyat next month.
Deputy Home Minister Abu Seman Yusop (
left
) said the two are the Dangerous Drugs Act (Special Preventive Measures) 1985 and Emergency Ordinance (Public Order and Prevention of Crime) 1969.
"The amended draft has been sent to the attorney-general's (chambers) for approval and once approved, it will be tabled," he told reporters at the Parliament lobby today.
He added that three other laws - Restricted Residence Act 1933, Banishment Act 1959 and Crime Prevention Act 1959 - are being reviewed.
In March, the cabinet approved amendments to the ISA and six related laws to ensure a comprehensive change in dealing with security issues.
Abu Seman said the ISA would be streamlined with current circumstances, namely ministerial powers, duration of detention, police power, rights and treatment of detainees and abolishment of several sections of the Act.
He added that the amendments were done with consultation from 13 NGOs and prominent individuals.
- Bernama
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