Concern over Johor housing Bill


Disputed law: Under the Bill, Sultan Ibrahim can interfere in state administration matters. -Bernama

JOHOR BARU: Constitutional experts have expressed reservations on the Johor Housing and Real Property Enactment Board Bill 2014, saying it would enable the Johor Sultan to meddle in the affairs of the state government.

Among others, the Bill will empower the Ruler to appoint board members, oversee its accounts and also dissolve the board.

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