EC confirms no dress code on polling day


The viral message that has been circulating over the dress code.

PETALING JAYA: Voters do not have to dress according to government office attire at polling stations on May 9, the Election Commission (EC) has confirmed.  

A viral message had been circulating alleging that voters must wear government office attire or they will be denied entry.  

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