It would be an 'irresponsible' move on the prime minister’s part to call for an early election for political expediency at the expense of the rakyat, said Bersih chairperson Thomas Fann.

He also stressed that the unnecessary expenses coming from the taxpayers' pocket could be better used to restore the economy and build infrastructure.

"Calling for the 15th general election (GE15) during flood season would not only increase the logistical cost to run an election in the midst of flooding in some areas, but...