MP: BN won't stop defections by appointing unelected lawmakers

Amending the state constitution to enable the appointment of five assemblypersons in Malacca state legislative assembly will not stop defection of government lawmakers, said Khoo Poay Tiong (Harapan-Kota Melaka).

Yesterday, BN deputy chief and the coalition's election director Mohamad Hasan said having more lawmakers will ensure political stability - the main thrust of BN's election manifesto.

He said the five appointed lawmakers will include youths and non-political figures.