In a joint statement signed by Melaka PH chairman Adly Zahari, acting Melaka PKR chairman Adam Adli Abdul Halim, Melaka DAP chairman Khoo Poay Tiong and Melaka Amanah chairman Datuk Ashraf Mukhlis Minghat, the coalition said the decision was finalised at a meeting involving state leaders and all five Melaka PH assemblymen today.
The meeting confirmed the withdrawal of PH's five state assemblymen from the state government after the coalition maintained its opposition to the constitutional amendment.
"The decision to withdraw from the state government is in line with democratic principles and practice, whereby an executive councillor or state assemblyman who no longer supports a state government motion in the State Legislative Assembly is no longer entitled to continue enjoying the privileges and facilities provided by the state government," the statement said.
Melaka PH also decided that all its councillors and Village Development and Security Committee members would resign from their positions effective July 31 to ensure a smooth transition.
The coalition thanked the chief minister, state government and civil service for their trust and cooperation throughout its tenure in the administration.
It added that its assemblymen would continue serving the people of Melaka, regardless of political affiliation, until the end of their mandate.
The decision follows the approval of amendments to the Melaka State Constitution on Tuesday to allow the appointment of nominated state assemblymen, which was opposed by PH's five state assemblymen. - NST
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