Judicial promotions: No justice for judges

comments     Arfaeza A Aziz     Published     Updated

Chief Justice Ahmad Fairuz Sheikh Abdul Halim has been urged to take the lead in ensuring that judicial promotions are also earned through seniority.

While agreeing with Ahmad Fairuz that seniority should not be the only criteria in the assessment of a judge's ability for promotion, DAP deputy chairperson Karpal Singh said that it should be an important factor to consider after merit and competency.

"Seniority should be accorded proper premium. It cannot be denied that wisdom is enhanced with age and experience," he said.

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