MACC opens seven centres to facilitate corruption, abuse of power during state polls

PUTRAJAYA - The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has opened seven centres to facilitate complaints linked to acts of corruption and abuse of power as political campaigns begin in six states and a by- election in Kuala Terengganu.

In a statement today, it said the centres will operate 24 hours from today until August 12.

This comes as nomination was held in six states today with polls on Aug 12.

Those with information on acts of abuse could contact:

The motion room at 03-88911038 or email prn15@sprm.gov.my (MACC Headquarters), 03-55248318 or pru15@sprm.gov.my (Selangor MACC Office), 06-7625446 or n9@sprm. gov.my Negeri Sembilan MACC office.

Information could also be channeled through 04-7001361 or prnked@sprm.gov.my (Kedah MACC Office), 04-2271982 or ppg@sprm.gov.my (Panang MACC Office), 09-6301920 or trg@sprm.gov.my (Terengganu MACC Office) and 09-7661800 or kel@sprm.gov.my (Kelantan MACC Office).

MACC has reminded all candidates and political parties contesting the election to follow the MACC Act 2009 and the Electoral Offences Act 1954.

They are reminded not to engage in any activities that may violate election laws and regulations.