Kedah braces for potential hundreds of millions in gambling claims
THE Kedah government could face compensation claims running into hundreds of millions of ringgit after its efforts to stop the issuance and renewal of gambling premises licences were found to be beyond its powers. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sa...
Kedah's Chief Minister, Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, is ready to take on compensation claims that could reach hundreds of millions of ringgit from gambling operators. The state government's attempts to prevent the issuance and renewal of gambling premises licences have been deemed beyond its authority by the courts. Sanusi believes the government will have to absorb any compensation costs, as they are uncertain of the gambling companies' profits and would rather not pay even a small amount to them.
The Federal Court's recent dismissal of the Kedah government's appeal against the ruling invalidating their decision to stop issuing business premises licences for gambling outlets means the state will have to fight any compensation claims in court. Sanusi is also concerned about allegations of monthly protection payments amounting to RM7 million, paid to illegal gambling activities during the time licences were not being issued.
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