DEWAN Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has given Kota Bharu MP Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan until today to withdraw controversial remarks made during a previous sitting, following a complaint by Jelutong MP RSN Rayer.
Johari said he had reviewed the Hansard before making his decision, adding that Takiyuddin could withdraw the remarks either in the House or in writing.
“If the withdrawal does not take place, Jelutong may proceed with a motion,” he said when the Dewan Rakyat resumed debate on the Supply Bill 2027 yesterday.
Johari said if Rayer filed a motion, he would refer it to the relevant parliamentary committee for consideration and possible action.
The Speaker’s ruling triggered a brief exchange with Pendang MP Datuk Awang Solahuddin Hashim, who sought to explain his interpretation of the Hansard and said the remarks in question had been made generally and were not directed at any individual.
However, Johari declined to allow further debate on the matter, saying he had already made a decision under Standing Order 99.
“I do not want assumptions. I want facts. The Hansard is before me,” he said.
Johari said reopening the matter in the House would lead to a wider argument and distract from the day’s proceedings, including the ongoing debate on Budget 2027. He urged MPs to respect his ruling and said the House should not serve as a platform for political disputes.
“If Kota Bharu does not wish to withdraw, Jelutong can file a motion. The matter will then be brought to the committee, which will consider it and decide on the appropriate action,” he said.
