Sunday April 28, 2013

GE13: EC issues guide on peaceful campaigning

PETALING JAYA: In the face of rising political temperatures and violence, the Election Commission (EC) has stepped in with a guide on campaigning rules and ethics to be observed by all candidates and parties.

The EC wants a peaceful and orderly campaign without chaos and threats. Candidates have been reminded not to incite hatred, and racial, religious or cultural animosity, be it verbal, written or in pictorial forms.

Over 1,400 cases of polls-related violence and intimidation had been reported since nomination day on April 20.

The EC also urged all sides to abide by the campaigning period, obtain permits for open ceramah, meetings and public entertainment, and warned that places of worship were off limits.

Campaigners are also not allowed to use buildings and other premises without the permission of the owners, local authorities and relevant parties.

They are also barred from posting banners or posters on or along bridges or at crossroads that could jeopardise the safety of road users.

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