Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has stressed that a Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) staff member who went viral for allegedly littering will not be spared from disciplinary action, including possible community service.
He said the rule of law must be upheld regardless of an individual’s position, in line with Article 8 of the Federal Constitution, which guarantees equality before the law.
“I have explained this many times — regardless of who you are, whether a Tan Sri, Datuk Seri, worker or local authority staff, if an offence is committed, appropriate action will be taken,” he said.
Nga added that local authority personnel could face not only community service orders but also internal disciplinary measures, as they are expected to set a good example for the public.
He made the remarks during a press conference after officiating the presentation of appointment letters for chairpersons of the Village Development and Security Committees (JPKK) for Chinese new villages.
According to Nga, more than 3,000 individuals have so far been penalised under community service orders for littering offences in public areas.
“No one is above the law. It is simple — if you do not want to sweep the streets for 12 hours, then do not litter. Waste belongs in the bin,” he said.
Earlier, MBSA confirmed that the case had been referred to its Integrity Unit for further investigation under the MBSA Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 2023.
In a separate development, Nga said a RM15 million multi-storey car park project in Ipoh Old Town, to be implemented under a private financing initiative (PFI), is nearing the final stage before construction begins.
He said the project is awaiting resolution of several matters involving land and concession terms by the Ipoh City Council (MBI), adding that he has instructed the mayor to expedite the process.
“The shortage of parking in the area has persisted for over 20 years and must be resolved,” he said.
