Kampung Baru Development Act in final stage - minister

 

In strengthening the identity and value of Kampung Baru, the new Kampung Baru Development Act, which will replace the Malay Agricultural Settlement (MAS) Act is currently being finalised, said Federal Territories Minister Annuar Musa.

He said the new law was necessary as the MAS Act was no longer relevant since the establishment of the Federal Territories.

“As there is a space vacated by the MAS Act that needs to be filled, the ministry has agreed to create this new law,” he said to reporters after presenting food aid to 40 taxi drivers affected by the pandemic around Kuala Lumpur, organised by the Federal Territories Foundation earlier today.

“In this new law, there are some provisions that will increase the value of land in Kampung Baru, while ensuring that the Malays remain as the owners,” he said.

Meanwhile, Annuar said that in the wake of Covid-19, there are almost 2,000 locations around the capital where business was previously prohibited, that have now been opened.

Those who have lost their jobs can now apply for temporary licences to run businesses at those locations, through the 'Usahawan Muda Kota' programme.

“We take a flexible approach and view it as an emergency period, especially during the implementation of the conditional movement control order, and particularly for those who have suddenly lost their livelihood.

“They can come to us and we will issue a temporary licence for them to do business,” he said.

At the same time, he said those affected could also suggest a location to the ministry and the Kuala Lumpur City Hall DBKL for consideration.

“This is provided that the location chosen does not disturb the peace of the public and is not an already congested area. They also need to ensure the cleanliness of the area is maintained,” he said.

- Bernama