Laws for the disabled lack bite


Indiscriminate: Motorists abusing parking lots for the disabled in front of a bank. The proposal for tougher laws will be discussed soon.

PETALING JAYA: The Persons with Disabilities Act 2008 needs more bite.

Although the Act has equal access provisions for the disabled, it lacks punitive action for non-compliance.

Subscribe or renew your subscriptions to win prizes worth up to RM68,000!

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Nation

US sets tariffs for solar panels from South-East Asian nations
Man sets up ‘floating bed’ for paralysed dad
Teacher faces more charges
Various agencies sharpen their SAR abilities
Man spends night with murdered lover
Risking his life to save four others
Sabah committed to youth and sports development, says Hajiji
No official talks with Umno
Blame it on rising medical costs
Firefighters rescue baby girl locked in car

Others Also Read