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Borneo Post
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- Borneo Post
Residents plead for action as man's unruly behaviour sparks fear in Tabuan Dusun
An image showing the man shaking the gate of a house in the residential area. KUCHING (July 19): Residents of Tabuan Dusun are calling for urgent action from authorities after enduring years of disturbances and threats allegedly caused by a man believed to be the son of a prominent local figure. Democratic Action Party Socialist Youth (Dapsy) Sarawak secretary George Lam claimed that he was informed during a site visit that the man, who allegedly has a history of drug abuse and mental health issues, lives alone in a terraced house in the neighbourhood. 'Residents have told me that they have pleaded many times with this Dato to commit the man to psychiatric care. Sadly, instead of taking responsibility, neighbours were asked to 'assist' by sending him food or looking after him — a completely unreasonable demand that has caused tremendous stress and fear in the community,' he said in a statement following a site visit today. The situation escalated yesterday, when the man allegedly broke into a neighbour's renovated home, damaged property, attempted assault, shook another neighbour's gate, threw stones, and was eventually seen wandering naked in the neighbourhood before being apprehended by police. According to him, the Bandar Kuching parliamentary service centre has been handling this case since October last year. He said they had assisted affected residents in filing police reports and mediating the issue on multiple occasions but the man's mental condition is highly unpredictable, having allegedly committed numerous offences, threatening neighbours repeatedly, and continues to return to the neighbourhood after brief police involvement. Residents claimed that the man would frequently shout and bang on walls at night, disrupting public peace and was only issued warnings despite repeated police reports. In January this year, the man allegedly threw stones and damaged four cars in the neighbourhood, and although was charged in court, the case was withdrawn after a private settlement, claimed Lam. In April this year, it was alleged that the man set fire to a mattress in his bedroom, prompting firefighters to rush in to contain the blaze. He was then reportedly sent to Sentosa Hospital for one month of psychiatric treatment and later returned to the neighbourhood. Last month, it was alleged that he was convicted for drug abuse, fined RM3,300 or 11 months in jail, and placed under a three-year good behaviour bond, requiring weekly check-ins at the police station. 'Since he did not serve jail time, it is presumed the fine was paid on his behalf. Yesterday, the situation escalated dramatically. 'Residents of Tabuan Dusun have lived under constant stress and danger for years. Enough is enough. They now demand firm and immediate action from the authorities,' Lam further claimed. He added that regardless of who the man's father is, the law must be enforced given that the safety of the community is above all. 'The residents — particularly those living next to him — are fully prepared to cooperate with police by providing statements and evidence.' George Lam lead prominent figures Tabuan Dusun unruly behaviour
Borneo Post
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Dapsy S'wak slams DUN seat expansion as power grab, not for people's benefit
Hee questions the rationale behind the seat expansion, pointing out the lack of public demand or clear justification. MIRI (July 11): The Democratic Action Party Socialist Youth (Dapsy) Sarawak has criticised the recent move to expand the number of seats in the State Legislative Assembly (DUN), describing it as a politically-driven exercise aimed at entrenching power rather than addressing the people's needs. Dapsy Sarawak chief Peter Hee called the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS)-led government's focus on redrawing political boundaries a misplaced priority, at a time when Sarawakians are grappling with rising living costs, inadequate infrastructure, and limited access to quality education and healthcare. 'This is clearly a strategy to entrench power, not to uplift lives,' he said in a statement yesterday. The Dewan Undangan Negeri (Composition of Membership) Bill 2025, passed during a special assembly sitting on July 7, paves the way for an increase in the state constituencies from 82 to 99. The last redelineation in 2015 saw the creation of 11 new seats. Hee questioned the rationale behind the seat expansion, pointing out the lack of public demand or clear justification. 'Where is the transparency? Where are the consultations? How will these changes benefit rural communities rather than just strengthen the positions of political elites?' He cautioned that the move could worsen development gaps between urban and rural areas, stressing that the government should instead prioritise equitable distribution of resources, better education opportunities, and youth employment. 'What we urgently need is equitable distribution of public resources, quality education opportunities, and support for young people to secure jobs or start businesses, not more politicians to attend ribbon-cutting ceremonies,' he said. He urged Sarawakians to remain vigilant and push for full public engagement before any constituency redelineation is implemented. 'The government must present clear data and a solid rationale before even considering altering constituency lines. 'Otherwise, it's just another political game,' he added, noting that young Sarawakians wanted a system that prioritises public welfare over political considerations. 'The youth want a fair and transparent system – one that puts people first, not politics.' DAPSY DUN seats lead Peter Hee
Borneo Post
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Dapsy S'wak slams DUN seat expansion as power grab, not people's benefit
Hee questions the rationale behind the seat expansion, pointing out the lack of public demand or clear justification. MIRI (July 11): The Democratic Action Party Socialist Youth (Dapsy) Sarawak has criticised the recent move to expand the number of seats in the State Legislative Assembly (DUN), describing it as a politically-driven exercise aimed at entrenching power rather than addressing the people's needs. Dapsy Sarawak chief Peter Hee called the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS)-led government's focus on redrawing political boundaries a misplaced priority, at a time when Sarawakians are grappling with rising living costs, inadequate infrastructure, and limited access to quality education and healthcare. 'This is clearly a strategy to entrench power, not to uplift lives,' he said in a statement yesterday. The Dewan Undangan Negeri (Composition of Membership) Bill 2025, passed during a special assembly sitting on July 7, paves the way for an increase in the state constituencies from 82 to 99. The last redelineation in 2015 saw the creation of 11 new seats. Hee questioned the rationale behind the seat expansion, pointing out the lack of public demand or clear justification. 'Where is the transparency? Where are the consultations? How will these changes benefit rural communities rather than just strengthen the positions of political elites?' He cautioned that the move could worsen development gaps between urban and rural areas, stressing that the government should instead prioritise equitable distribution of resources, better education opportunities, and youth employment. 'What we urgently need is equitable distribution of public resources, quality education opportunities, and support for young people to secure jobs or start businesses, not more politicians to attend ribbon-cutting ceremonies,' he said. He urged Sarawakians to remain vigilant and push for full public engagement before any constituency redelineation is implemented. 'The government must present clear data and a solid rationale before even considering altering constituency lines. 'Otherwise, it's just another political game,' he added, noting that young Sarawakians wanted a system that prioritises public welfare over political considerations. 'The youth want a fair and transparent system – one that puts people first, not politics.' DAPSY DUN seats lead Peter Hee
Borneo Post
08-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Call on Putrajaya to maintain RON95 subsidy for Sarawak
Wong King Yii KUCHING (July 8): Democratic Action Party Socialist Youth (Dapsy) Sarawak has urged the federal government to maintain the RON95 subsidy for Sarawak. Its treasurer Wong King Yii said Putrajaya should take into account Sarawak's unique context before applying a 'one size fits all' policy across the nation. 'Sarawak is an oil-producing state. Our land and resources have contributed significantly to Malaysia's petroleum industry. It is only reasonable that Sarawakians enjoy continued access to subsidised fuel as part of the returns from our contribution,' he said in a statement yesterday. According to Wong, Sarawak was not asking for special treatment but rather fair treatment based on the reality on the ground. Wong said any national policy should reflect regional differences, and the federal government must ensure subsidy reform 'does not come at the expense of ordinary Sarawakians'. He also noted that petrol consumption in Sarawak was relatively lower than Peninsula. Given this, he said maintaining the RON95 subsidy in Sarawak would not have a major impact on the national subsidy bill, but would go a long way in easing the cost-of-living burden on Sarawakians—especially those in rural and remote areas. In addition, Wong said Sarawak's public transport system was severely under-developed compared to Peninsular Malaysia, where places like the Klang Valley have Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), Light Rail Transit (LRT) and other public transit systems. 'In contrast, Sarawak lacks even basic alternatives with no trains and extremely limited bus services. For most Sarawakians, owning a car is not a choice, but a necessity—this makes fuel price increases especially painful and unavoidable,' he said. Wong also called on the federal government to discuss future subsidy reforms with the Sarawak government and local stakeholders. Dapsy Sarawak fuel subsidy lead RON95 Wong King Yii
Borneo Post
26-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Hold inclusive consultations before policy announcements, Dapsy S'wak treasure tells Putrajaya
Wong says the government's initial announcement of the SST had sparked widespread public concern. KUCHING (June 27): The federal government has been urged to conduct thorough consultations involving all relevant stakeholders prior to announcing and implementing any new policy, said Democratic Action Party Socialist Youth (Dapsy) Sarawak treasurer Wong King Yii. He said the government's initial announcement of the Sales and Services Tax (SST) had sparked widespread public concern. 'I welcome the recent announcement by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to exempt imported apples and oranges from the SST. 'This decision reflects the government's willingness to listen to the voices of the people, especially at a time when many are grappling with the rising cost of living,' he said in a statement. Wong added that a more inclusive and communicative approach would result in a more stable, forward-thinking policymaking, thereby reducing the need for reversals. He also pointed out that apples and oranges are essential sources of daily nutrition for many households that are not easily substitutable. 'By exempting the fruits from SST, the government not only eases the financial burden on the people, but also helps safeguard public health and basic nutritional needs,' he said. 'That said, while I acknowledge the positive impact of this adjustment, I remain concerned over the recent trend of frequent policy U-turns. 'Inconsistencies in major policy decisions can weaken public trust and create unnecessary confusion for both businesses and consumers,' he added. Moving forward, Wong hopes the government would adopt a more open, considerate decision-making process, which incorporates public input and helps rebuild confidence in the country's public institutions. DAPSY lead SST Wong King Yii
