Bangi MP calls for fair allocations regardless of political affiliation

Bangi MP Syahredzan Johan called for fair constituency allocations for all MPs, irrespective of their political affiliation, during the 2027 Budget debate in the Dewan Rakyat. Syahredzan proposed enacting legislation with a proportional formula to determine allocations, ensuring equitable distribution. He emphasized the concept of a national covenant, highlighting the government's trust and responsibility to act fairly and benefit the people.

The DAP national chairman, Gobind Singh Deo, echoed Syahredzan's call for legislation to guarantee fair allocations, stating it could eliminate political discretion, enhance transparency, and safeguard voters' rights. Syahredzan stressed that allocations should not be equal in amount due to the varying sizes and voter numbers in different constituencies.

He used Bangi as an example, where the constituency has over 300,000 voters and about 700,000 residents, compared to other constituencies with only half or a third as many voters. According to Syahredzan, providing Bangi with the same allocation as smaller constituencies would be unjust, as its voters would receive a lower allocation.

He urged the government not to reintroduce the Goods and Services Tax (GST), citing the burden it would impose on more than 900,000 businesses, which is far higher than the current 132,000 businesses registered under the Sales and Services Tax (SST).