Perlis MB and exco team to take pay cuts to ease state’s financial burden


KANGAR: Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah has announced a RM3,000 monthly pay cut on his first day in office, as part of efforts to ease the state’s financial burden.

According to Sinar Harian, he said the same approach would apply to all newly appointed state executive councillors (exco), with each exco member taking a RM1,500 monthly salary reduction.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

No more Malaysians stranded in western Saudi, says consulate-general
Tourism Ministry looks to parts of Europe, Asia, Asean to ensure smooth VMY2026, says Tiong
Impact of West Asia conflict to be discussed at special Cabinet meeting, says DPM Fadillah
Sabah to oppose federal application to stay on 40% revenue rights, says state AG
Police detect 540 illegal routes nationwide, says IGP
Ministry monitoring students to prevent extremist infiltration in schools, says Fadhlina
Hishammuddin says he is ready to return to Umno if suspension lifted
Quit rent hike burdens Penang smallholders, says MCA
Don’t sacrifice Penang's natural environment for commercial interests, says MCA
Esscom cracks down on illegal resorts, businesses in Semporna

Others Also Read