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Appeal Letter by Uthaya’s Mother

April 15th, 2008
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This was the letter submitted to PM’s Office on Tuesday morning.

Appeal Letter by Uthaya Kumar’s mother: » Read more: Appeal Letter by Uthaya’s Mother

cabinet approves permit renewal for temple related workers

April 15th, 2008
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Well, after a bit of drama and veiled threats and linking to Sikh community  by Samy Vellu, the cabinet has kind of given some sort of agreement. Sounds long-winded right? It depends on what category of work is involved, and does not cover bringing new workers. And it needs further discussion before things can become clear. Now, MIC can use this opportunity to ask for allocation to train local people to be experts in the lacking areas. Perhaps can start new courses in local institutes or send for oversea training. » Read more: cabinet approves permit renewal for temple related workers

Sivanesan skips PTA meeting due to Ministry circular

April 15th, 2008
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From what I understand, the circular says only selected people can be called to officiate or launch the events. The state leaders can still visit as part of their jobs or as normal VIP. What Sivanesan is saying sounds like partially true only. If any school has health problem – like food poisoning, he would be expected to go there to investigate and get reports, not to officiate some event. Same goes to Ngeh. » Read more: Sivanesan skips PTA meeting due to Ministry circular

Only threats can work

April 15th, 2008
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Cuepacs has been trying to arrange meetings since last September. But they were being pushed from PM to KSN and back few times without any proper response. When they threatened to boycott Worker Day celebration…voila..meeting arranged within days! » Read more: Only threats can work

Home Minister denies ill treatment

April 15th, 2008
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He may deny it, but the reports given by those who visited Uthaya points to the contrary. It would be of best interest if the doctors provide some medical reports and a second opinion is obtained from a different panel of doctors. » Read more: Home Minister denies ill treatment