Previous Selangor Barisan Nasional government gave billboard company rights to put up commercial boards in return for ‘Mesra Rakyat’ billboards

 

.. He said the previous Barisan Nasional state government had given the advertising company a contract to erect 160 billboards with the image of former Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Khir Toyo under the Mesra Rakyat concept.

Liu said that in return, the State Economic Planning Unit had given the company the right to put up 100 commercial billboards.

“The previous state government gave the company the rights to solicit advertisements for the billboards to generate income for itself for its donation of the 160 billboards,’’ he said

Liu said that when the Pakatan Rakyat coalition gained power in Selangor after the March 8 general election, the company was ordered to do away with such billboards.

Liu said the state government would meet with the company officials to sort out the matter.

“We hope the people of Selangor know the real story and will not accuse the state government of wasting money on such billboards,” he said.

“The state government is very responsible and will not misuse public funds to promote the interests of politicians,’’ Liu said.

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People in Selangor have been urged not to pay for the first 20 cubic metres of water, worth RM11.40, when they receive their water bills.

Selangor opposition leader Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Khir Toyo said they need not pay because they were assured by the state government that this would be free.
The promise was made by Menteri Besar Tan Sri Khalid Ibrahim and Religious Affairs, Malay Culture and Infrastructure committee chairman Datuk Hassan Ali at the recent state assembly.

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At another press conference, de facto Law Minister Datuk Zaid Ibrahim said initiating an investigation or a commission would be a waste of taxpayers’ money.

“What is important is for us to move forward and take steps to restore the public’s confidence in our Judiciary, and for these allegations not to recur,” he said.

He said the latest revelation was not only regrettable but also a bad reflection on the country and its judiciary system.

“I can’t say that I was surprised by the latest allegation, as I have heard so many stories in the past. This is just one of them,” he said.

“This is the first time I have heard about boot camps for judges. I have no reason to doubt that the allegations are not true, unless there are people who say otherwise.”

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THE research panel of the Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) has instructed mobile phone system provider Celcom Bhd to temporarily cease its “Celcom 100 Days, 100 Cars” promotion, reported Harian Metro….

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi also commented on the issue recently, stating that corporate companies should seek the advice of religious experts before launching promotions, especially those offering prizes.

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