Ahli Parlimen DAP bidas pengkritik inisiatif Loke jual nombor plat

DAP MPs continue to criticise Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook, following public and opposition concerns over the government's initiative to sell special registration plate numbers. Howard Lee (PH-Ipoh Timor) stated that the proceeds from the sale of these special registration plate numbers are intended to aid those in need, including bus and taxi drivers.

He emphasized that the benefits of the initiative are directed towards the public and not for political gain, while presenting the 2027 budget in the House of Representatives. Lee responded to Sany Hamzan (PH-Hulu Langat) regarding the RM53 million allocated to 53,000 taxi drivers, taxi operators, and school bus drivers nationwide.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced RM1,000 in special assistance to 38,000 taxi drivers and taxi operators, and 15,000 school bus drivers through the sale of special registration plate numbers H during his 2027 budget announcement on Friday. Finance Minister Loke clarified that the assistance will begin flowing from Wednesday, despite the 2027 budget not yet being approved, sparking criticism from opposition MPs.

RSN Rayer (PH-Jelutong) questioned Lee's claim of opposition MPs working covertly with the government to undermine Anwar's administration, without naming any individuals. Rayer also warned the public that they may not benefit from the various aids announced in the 2027 budget if the Anwar-led government falls.