DAP rep opposes to Ombudsman Select Committee line-up, citing zero representation from opposition

Chong questions exclusion of opposition in Sarawak Ombudsman oversight committee

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram A screengrab from the live proceedings of the DUN sitting. – Photo by Roystein Emmor KUCHING (May 13): Chong Chieng Jen (DAP-Padungan) has objected to the proposed composition of the Special Select Committee tasked with overseeing Sarawak Ombudsman, saying the absence of opposition representatives could undermine its independence and effectiveness. The motion, tabled by Deputy Minister in the P…

DAP rep opposes to Ombudsman Select Committee line-up, citing zero representation from opposition

By Lian Cheng  KUCHING, May 13: Padungan assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen (PH-DAP) has objected to the composition of the Select Committee under the Sarawak Ombudsman framework on the grounds that opposition members were excluded, while all appointed members were from the ruling coalition, with the exception of an independent assemblyman whom he speculated might soon join the coalition. Despite his reservations, Chong said he supported the establish…