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Thursday, 25 September 2008

Syed Hamid to Murugiah: Don’t butt in

Syed Hamid Albar, takes exception to Murugiah speaking up for Teresa Kok. — Bernama pic

PUTRAJAYA, 24 Sept — It is inappropriate of Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Department T. Murugiah to interfere in the affairs of another ministry, said Datuk Seri Syed Hamid Albar.

The home minister said Murugiah's action - in speaking on behalf of Seputeh Member of Parliament Teresa Kok on complaints she was not served proper meals while in detention under the Internal Security Act - was akin to being a spokesman for the opposition.

"What he has done is not right. I hope he knows how to look after his own turf. He should not interfere in another's affairs...that is not his work.

"If there is a problem, he should take the matter to the prime minister," he told reporters after a breaking of fast with staff of the Immigration Department and orphans here today.

On Monday, Murugiah met Kok over her claims that while in detention, she was served meals which comprised just two boiled eggs, cucumber and gravy. — Bernama

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