Chief Minister replies to critics over tree felling


A file photo of CAP members staging a peaceful demonstration demanding that the authorities call off the 1.8km road- widening plan along Jalan Masjid Negeri to save the roadside trees.

THE Penang Forum Steering Committee raised two main points against the Penang Island City Council (MBPP)’s plans for a road- widening exercise involving part of Jalan Masjid Negeri (also popularly known as Green Lane).

Whilst the state government is puzzled at the furore over the removing and replanting of 16 trees (30 years old trees), we will strive to respond to the two main issues raised in the interest of transparency and open government.

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