DAP’s Syahredzan calls for proportionate funding for MPs

Bangi MP Syahredzan Johan has expressed support for the distribution of constituency development funds to all MPs, but believes these funds should be allocated proportionately based on constituency size and specific needs. As the most populous parliamentary constituency with 723,800 residents in 2024, Bangi's electorate is nearly double that of Hulu Langat (166,902) and Puchong (152,861), and roughly three times the national average.

This means Syahredzan's constituency effectively serves 700,000 people instead of just 300,000. He argues that any discussion about constituency funding must prioritize fairness, ensuring not only equal access but also appropriate allocations based on factors like the number of voters, infrastructure requirements, and the varying costs of maintaining service centers and staff across different regions.

Syahredzan emphasized that any legislation guaranteeing funding for all MPs should be based on a fair and proportionate system that takes these distinct circumstances into account, rather than simply providing equal allocations to all MPs.