Purge in Perak Umno after more than 50 sacked


IPOH: A significant number of Umno members in Perak – more than 50 – have been sacked for campaigning for the Opposition during the 15th General Election, says Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad.

Without giving a specific number, the Kota Tampan assemblyman said most of those who had been booted out had been referred to the party’s state disciplinary board.

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