Political parties and candidates participating in the Pulai by-election must ensure that their campaign materials adhere to the regulations set by the Johor Baru City Council (MBJB), according to mayor Datuk Mohd Noorazam Osman. He stated that the campaign for the Pulai parliamentary seat will end on Sept 8, Friday night. The MBJB has provided permits to political parties that have applied to display campaign materials such as banners and posters. Candidates and parties must follow the agreements and provisions outlined in the MBJB’s Election Advertisement by-law from 1990 and its 2020 amendments,” he said during the council’s meeting at Menara MBJB on Wednesday (Aug 30).
Additionally, campaign banners and posters should not obstruct traffic lights, road signs, or street lights,” he added. Mohd Noorazam emphasized that all parties must ensure that campaign materials are in good condition, with no damage or detachment that could cause obstructions on roads or public areas. In the event of any violations, MBJB reserves the right to forfeit the deposit of parties or candidates who have put up campaign materials,” he stated. Furthermore, any permit holder who violates the council’s conditions may face a fine of up to RM2,000, with an additional RM200 per day for continued offenses after conviction,” he mentioned.
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