Suhakam has lent its voice to the chorus of disapproval with regard to the Independent Police Conduct Commission (IPCC) Bill 2020.

The human rights commission said it is concerned that the bill does not capture the essence of the Independent Police Complaints and Misconduct Commission (IPCMC) Bill 2019 and the recommendations from the 2005 Royal Commission to Enhance the Operation and Management of the Royal Malaysia Police.

“Suhakam is especially concerned with the lack of independence and weakened...