Thomas: Govt and AG should stop meddling in the Bar


KUALA LUMPUR: The government and the Attorney General (AG) should refrain from meddling in the governance of the Malaysian Bar to ensure the legal body maintains its independence, says AG Tommy Thomas.

“I shall advise the new government that the state’s intimate involvement in the governance of the legal profession is inimical to the independence of the bar, which is a vital precondition to true functioning democracy,” he said.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Courts & Crime , tommy thomas , agc , bar council

   

Next In Nation

KKB by-election: Muhyiddin has done more for Umno than Pakatan, says Kiandee
Three young hikers who lost their way in Kedah's Gunung Keriang found safe
Labuan MP will be the first to be expelled from Bersatu, says Hamzah
Low rainfall expected from mid-May following Southwest Monsoon, says Nik Nazmi
MACC arrests lawyer over RM1.6mil bribe
Comply with new rules of Saudi govt, says Tabung Haji to pilgrims
Company director, law firm owner detained over RM38mil investment case, says MACC
No to violence: Selangor Sultan supports decision to not participate in Charity Shield match
Do you know ... about Penang's Baobab tree?
Dengue bites hard in Selangor

Others Also Read