Use of Poca being considered to deal with cult groups, says Saifuddin


KUALA LUMPUR: The use of preventive laws, such as the Prevention of Crime Act 1959 (Poca), is being considered to deal with cult groups, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

In a parliamentary written reply, the Home Minister said, as the ministry responsible for overseeing domestic security and public order, it remains committed to reviewing and improving all laws under its jurisdiction, including those related to security offences.

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