Gerakan against EC Proposal on “No Tax No Vote”
2 Feb 2012, 3:47 PM
The Federal Constitution provided that every Malaysian who has attained 21 are eligible to become voters, and thus, it is very unfair to discriminate Malaysian on their right to vote on their tax paying status. Read More »
Giving angpow in white packets shows insensitivity and insincerity
30 Jan 2012, 5:37 PM
Ibrahim Ali is still so ignorant of the cultures of other races which is why he kept making a lot statements without thinking Read More »
Traffic jam at roundabout is terrible, says Suan Hoe
10 Jan 2012, 10:51 AM
Thousands of road users are unhappy of being stuck in traffic jam almost daily during peak hours at the Butterworth-Kulim Expressway’s roundabout in Seberang Prai. Read More »
Anwar’s Acquittal: PR Owes Malaysian Public an Apology
9 Jan 2012, 4:07 PM
It is only fair they apologise to the Malaysian public because over the past 3 years, they have made wild, spurious and unfounded allegations against the judiciary and government of manipulating the judicial process, manufacturing these charges and seeking to end Anwar's career. Read More »
Gerakan Youth: Police should not be violent when handling students protest
4 Jan 2012, 8:08 PM
Gerakan National Deputy Youth Chief, Oh Tong Keong expresses his regrets on the UPSI student protest incident which led to many students being beaten up by the police whilst one of them badly injured. Read More »
Gerakan: Cancel the 901 rally
4 Jan 2012, 7:51 PM
Gerakan Vice President Dato’ Mah Siew Keong today urges the public not to participate in the gathering at the Kuala Lumpur Court complex on January 9, the day that the verdict will be delivered for the sodomy trial involving the opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim. Read More »
Transform for Harmony and Justice
30 Dec 2011, 3:12 PM
I would also like to see a more concrete process of evolution of the Barisan Nasional into a truly 1Malaysia coalition, and a more concerted effort for Gerakan members to practise our “Satu Hati” spirit, both inside and outside the party, so as to more effectively promote 1Malaysia and serve all Malaysians. Read More »
Gerakan Welcomes Race Relations Act, Calls it Revolutionary
29 Dec 2011, 12:36 PM
It is important for us to have a legal instrument specifically target to combat racial extremism and ethnocentricity. We cannot allow the loud voices of fringe elements to drown out the vast majority of Malaysians who are moderate and peace-loving Read More »
Gerakan welcomes the decision by EC to use indelible ink
20 Dec 2011, 3:56 PM
Chang also further stressed on the concern by the Penang Gerakan that the indelible ink can be removed in 5 minutes with laser. As a result, Chang urges the EC to study thoroughly and further improve its usability to avoid any unwanted disputes. Read More »
Declare seat vacant when elected rep quits party, says Gerakan
16 Dec 2011, 2:44 PM
It is to ensure that the right to choose a government is in the hands of the people and not the MP or state assemblyman (or kataks) concerned. Read More »
BANTUAN RAKYAT 1MALAYSIA
9 Dec 2011, 11:23 AM
Sekretariat Penerangan Barisan Nasional Pulau Pinang ingin memaklumkan untuk kemudahan rakyat bahawa Borang BANTUAN RAKYAT 1MALAYSIA (BR1M) yang telah diumumkan oleh Kerajaan Persekutuan (RM500/-) untuk keluarga berpendapatan kurang daripada RM3000/- sebulan akan dikeluarkan mulai 10hb Disember 2011 hingga 10hb Januari 2012. Read More »
MACC should report to Parliament to ensure independence
6 Dec 2011, 5:17 PM
Gerakan agrees with the recommendation made by the Special Committee on Corruption’s (SCC) that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) should be answerable only to the Parliament instead of Prime Minister’s Department. Read More »
Peaceful Assembly Act is not an ultimate solution
29 Nov 2011, 3:56 PM
“The key issue here is not about regulating an act to regulate assemblies, but why many people still chose to protest,” Read More »
Mah urged government to reconsider the appeal of the UKM case
25 Nov 2011, 4:07 PM
Dato’ Mah hopes the Prime Minister will reconsider the decision to appeal the Court of Appeal’s judgment on the UUCA case involving 4 UKM students. Read More »
Gerakan Youth urged the Ministry of Education to treat temporary teachers reasonably
22 Nov 2011, 3:53 PM
Ministry of Education should be thankful for their contribution, yet the ministry is doing the contrary by revoking the various welfares due to them initially, cutting their wages and even asking them to return the allowances they received earlier which is highly unreasonable and unacceptable. Read More »
Gerakan Youth disappointed with the revised toll concession
18 Nov 2011, 3:35 PM
This is especially blood boiling for Penangites and those frequently using Penang bridge because the concession for Penang Bridge was supposed to end in 2021, yet now it’s extended to year 2038 Read More »
Liang: No issue of Penang Chairmanship
18 Nov 2011, 2:53 PM
As per 30.1 (a) of Gerakan’s Constitution, it is stated clearly that a state chairman is to be elected from amongst the delegates at the State Delegates’ Conference. Read More »
Helping the Thai flood victims
14 Nov 2011, 5:28 PM
Penang Gerakan Youth and Wanita went around collecting donations to buy some medication and basic necessities that would be useful for the victims. Read More »
Poor performance by state government, Gerakan
10 Nov 2011, 3:55 PM
He said the state government had failed miserably in its performance in many aspects. Read More »
Penang BN and SMJK Jit Sin School Board meeting with Deputy Prime Minister
9 Nov 2011, 5:42 PM
At this meeting, which was arranged by Penang BN Chairman Tan Sri Dr. Koh Tsu Koon, the DPM approved a new branch school of SMJK Jit Sin (branch) to be built in Seberang Perai Selatan. Read More »
State govt failed to build affordable homes for the people
9 Nov 2011, 3:09 PM
Penang Gerakan has urged the state government to buck up on its housing programme for the people as not a single LMC (low-medium cost) house has been built between 2008 and 2010. Read More »
Gerakan Youth disagrees with Cabinet decision to appeal for the case of UUCA
4 Nov 2011, 6:40 PM
Gerakan Youth strongly disagrees with the cabinet decision today to instruct the Ministry of Higher Education to appeal the ruling by the Court of Appeal that adjudicated Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (UUCA 1971) is unconstitutional. Read More »
sPICE agreement is invalid
4 Nov 2011, 4:01 PM
The concession agreement between the Penang Municipal Council (MPPP) and developer Eco Meridian Sdn Bhd for the sPICE project in PISA in Relau is null and void because the land lease for PISA will expire in 76 years from now, instead of the 99 years as stated in the agreement. Read More »
Suan Hoe: State does not have direction
3 Nov 2011, 3:45 PM
“Why shelve the Penang Industrial Blueprint 2011-2015 when it may be good? Let the public view the blueprint to see which is more feasible,” Read More »
Cut salary RM5
2 Nov 2011, 3:35 PM
RM1 should be deducted as Chief Minister, RM1 as Penang Development Corporation (PDC) chairman, RM1 as Air Putih Assemblyman, RM1 for misleading the people and RM1 for saying he is not accountable for the controversial “Kancil car park”. Read More »
Dr Thor Teong Gee: Govt should be more open and inclusive
2 Nov 2011, 1:28 PM
For the sake of human rights and freedom, the government should take into account the parents' concern for education for their children. Read More »
Gerakan supports PPSMI in secondary school
2 Nov 2011, 1:01 PM
It is important that the wishes of the parents be met in order to uphold the “People First” spirit. Read More »
Gerakan wants Govt to abolish the unconstitutional UUCA
1 Nov 2011, 4:01 PM
The standpoint of Gerakan and Gerakan Youth has always been to repeal or abolish the UUCA 1971 in order to uphold the basic individual freedom enshrined in the Federal Constitution. Read More »
Deepavali Message 2011
25 Oct 2011, 5:19 PM
As the Festival of Lights, Deepavali signifies the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness. Read More »
Our good wishes
25 Oct 2011, 3:36 PM
Penang Gerakan joins all Hindus in celebrating Deepavali tomorrow (Wednesday). Read More »
Happy Deepavali
25 Oct 2011, 3:31 PM
Penang Barisan Nasional wishes Hindus a Happy and Prosperous Deepavali whch falls on tomorrow (Oct 26). Read More »
Gerakan urges open tender for all levels of government procurement
25 Oct 2011, 2:43 PM
Gerakan feels that we should reduce the government deficit and so would like to urge the government to have an open tender system for all levels of government procurement in order to get a cheaper and reasonable price. Read More »
Don’t blame Gerakan if you have constipation, Wei Aik told
21 Oct 2011, 3:12 PM
it is disgusting, outrageous and way out of line when the Chief Minister's political secretary, Ng Wei Aik, accused Penang Gerakan Youth of "having a hand" on the issue. Read More »
Baseless attacks on Lim Guan Eng’s son is a total act of shamelessness
21 Oct 2011, 3:10 PM
“Such action is a disgrace to the highest degree and unethical beyond words, it is disheartening to see that the politics in the country has dropped to such low level that even the family members of politicians are baselessly attacked,” Read More »
We don’t condone such act, says Penang Gerakan
20 Oct 2011, 4:38 PM
“We do not condone such an act of making false allegations, particularly on children of politicians. Please do not drag family or children into politics,” Read More »
Gerakan urges netizen to refrain themselves
20 Oct 2011, 12:22 PM
we the members of Barisan Nasional and Gerakan want to show our empathy and concern on this issue by making a sincere appeal to both the political leaders of Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Rakyat to close ranks, unite and work closely to stop the irresponsible and immoral act of launching personal attack and smear campaign through the internet, and ultimately stop gutter politics. Read More »
Zahrain’s views are shallow and narrow, says Gerakan
13 Oct 2011, 5:27 PM
Racial polarization, if at all it is serious, does not come about because of the education system alone. Read More »
Shutting down vernacular schools for sake of unity is absurd
13 Oct 2011, 5:20 PM
The right of the children to be educated with their mother tongue is protected in the Federal Constitution of Malaysia, so who is Zahrain to suggest that the rights of the children be deprived by abolishing vernacular schools and religious schools just to promote unity? Read More »
Stop passing the buck, says Mun Hoe
6 Oct 2011, 3:06 PM
“As such Sim would have known the grave implications. It is a joke that after 18 months after his speech in the Assembly, he is now starting to urge Boustead to put the rakyat and the Penang Heritage status first before financial profits,” Read More »
Review sPICE contract, CM told.
5 Oct 2011, 10:45 AM
Teh said it has always been Gerakan’s stand that the sPice project should not have been approved in the first place. Read More »
Gerakan Says No to Hudud and Any Other Theocratic Laws
23 Sep 2011, 3:58 PM
Gerakan’s political cooperation with UMNO will be untenable and will likely end if the latter wishes to implement Hudud laws in this country. Read More »
Dr Cheah: DAP must response to hudud law
23 Sep 2011, 3:55 PM
"the ban which is still not officially lifted by the Kedah Government, only exposes weaknesses in the opportunistic coalition of PAS-DAP-PKR who do not share common values and policies and it is a time bomb for Malaysian politics if they are ruling the Federal Government.” Read More »
Speakers do not mean to discriminate women, said Jayanthi
22 Sep 2011, 2:52 PM
Wanita Gerakan Secretary General, Jayanthi today clarified that, to all members of Wanita Gerakan who were present at the conference, Lim Si Pin and Teng Hock Nan did not mean to discriminate women in their speeches during the Penang States Delegates Conference last week. Read More »
Re-organize, Re-strategies, and Re-energise
22 Sep 2011, 2:21 PM
“At this juncture, I would like to humbly request all of you to immediately join us to re-organize, re-strategies, and re-energise ourselves in facing the impending general elections,” said Sdr Dr Teng in his keynote address at the State Delegates Conference held at the party headquarters on September 18, 2011. Read More »
We will push for more reforms
21 Sep 2011, 2:26 PM
The Penang people had given us the mandate for 9 terms. We have not done enough to answer the aspirations of the people. Read More »
Gerakan wants government to abolish UUCA
20 Sep 2011, 3:16 PM
“The government should give more freedom and space to our university students to speak up their views. As our educated youths, they should be given more freedom of expression and to participate in the democratic processes,” Read More »
We must emerge as formidable force
19 Sep 2011, 4:35 PM
“At this juncture, I would like to humbly request all of you to immediately join us to re-organize, re-strategies, and re-energise ourselves in facing the impending general elections,” Read More »
Gerakan Youth supports compulsory pass for English
14 Sep 2011, 5:10 PM
“Gerakan Youth supports the execution of this new measure because English is a very important language used globally, especially in trading and businesses. Therefore, mastering English is a must for all students for the purpose of making a living.” Read More »
CM can’t differentiate between Black and Blue
12 Sep 2011, 3:55 PM
Goh asked reporters “what is a BlackBerry and what is a BlueBerry?” Read More »
Statement by Teng Chang Yeow, Former State EXCO for Tourism
7 Sep 2011, 3:46 PM
While the previous administration approved the project, the architecture design and engineering design were not even ready for approval then. Approving a project and building plans are two different matters. Read More »
State govt fails to address problem of hardcore poor
7 Sep 2011, 2:56 PM
Teh said Manogaran's case proved that the state government had lied when it claimed that it had successfully eradicated hardcore poverty. Read More »
Dr Dominic Lau: Ridiculous odds ranking Offers course on Blue Ocean strategy for Melaka CM
6 Sep 2011, 3:13 PM
“The so called ranking is merely the subjective opinion of Ali Rustam which can not be used to proof anything. It is obvious that he is only trying to lambaste and weaken Gerakan. Is this what a state BN Chairman should be doing?” Read More »
Gerakan Wanita: Stop all the unnecessary argument
6 Sep 2011, 3:10 PM
“Enough is enough. There are more important things for Malaysians including the government and opposition to focus on, think about and do, instead of attempting to defend or add credibility to ambiguous statements that does not change history,” Read More »
Wanita Gerakan urges Government to institutionalize measures
2 Sep 2011, 3:52 PM
Wanita Gerakan is gravely concerned for Malaysia’s image in upholding human rights and its aims at stopping human trafficking by the recent Australian High Court’s decision blocking the swap deal of 800 asylum seekers in Australia sent to Malaysia and 4,000 refugees in Malaysia sent to Australia. Read More »
HARI RAYA GREETING AND MERDEKA MESSAGE
29 Aug 2011, 2:17 PM
My warmest greetings to all Muslims on welcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri and to all Malaysians on our 54th Merdeka Day. Read More »
Mah: Ali Rustam’s bargaining of seats through the media is contradictory to BN spirit
25 Aug 2011, 4:24 PM
“Being the Chief Minister and Chairman of Barisan Nasional Malacca, he should contest his point of view at Barisan Nasional meetings and not through media. He has failed to abide with the spirit of Barisan Nasional totally and failed to differentiate the foe and ally of Barisan Nasional.” Read More »
Two types of investment, says Heah
24 Aug 2011, 5:04 PM
“Don’t sleep on your job and wake up trying to pick up quarrels with people. You are paid with public money and you should repay your gratitude with good results and achievements,” Read More »
I didn’t approve the Jelutong dumpsite, says Dr Teng
24 Aug 2011, 3:01 PM
Former state executive councillor Datuk Dr Teng Hock Nan said today that the Jelutong dumpsite has been existing for umpteen years and certainly it is not “me who approved” the site. Read More »
Election Commission must explain the electoral process to the public
23 Aug 2011, 2:55 PM
Dr Cheah urges the opposition to fully cooperate and coordinate in this bi-partisan Parliamentary Committee for Electoral Reform and utilize this platform to address their requests or suggestions on Electoral Reform and not object for the sake of objecting. The government should also be transparent and fair by informing the public any changes on the electoral reform to meet the spirit of People First. Read More »
Malam Mesra 2011
23 Aug 2011, 11:43 AM
About 400 party leaders and members gathered at Penang Gerakan’s Malam Mesra at the state party headquarters in Macalister Road on Saturday Aug 20. Read More »
Down but not out, says Dr Koh
22 Aug 2011, 3:51 PM
Gerakan has received 27,000 new members since 2008 and this significant growth in membership is proof that the party is still relevant in Malaysian politics. Read More »
ELECTORAL REFORM PANEL IN LINE WITH PEOPLE FIRST
16 Aug 2011, 1:23 PM
"The bi-partisan Parliamentary Select Committee on the Electoral System is the most appropriate and transparent manner to address the various issues and concerns raised," Read More »
Pemuda Gerakan menasihati Norman untuk berfikir sebelum bercakap
16 Aug 2011, 1:21 PM
Barisan Nasional ditolak oleh rakyat Pulau Pinang bukan kerana Gerakan tidak berkhidmat atau tidak membawa sumbangan kepada negeri Pulau Pinang tetapi Gerakan kalah di atas keangkuhan dan tingkahlaku yang kasar oleh sebahagian ahli UMNO yang hanya bertumpu kepada kepentingan sendiri. Read More »
Dr Cheah pledges full support to Dr Koh Tsu Koon
12 Aug 2011, 4:01 PM
Dr Cheah Soon Hai warned all outsiders to not interfere with Parti Gerakan’s internal affair and mind their own business. Read More »
Stop interfering, Huan told
11 Aug 2011, 2:52 PM
Huan should know that Dr Teng was duly elected by Gerakan delegates and it would be undemocratic, unethical and morally wrong to go against the wishes of the delegates. Read More »
Gerakan: Make it 10,000 for “MyBrain15” programme
10 Aug 2011, 3:10 PM
“This is a positive move to prevent further brain drain from our country, however, there are much more to be done to attract Malaysians to work in our country such as providing more scholarships to eligible students irrespective of their race.” Read More »
Gerakan slammed Tan Kok Pin’s illogical statement
9 Aug 2011, 2:30 PM
“The allegation is very misleading, malicious and very unfair to Dr Koh Tsu Koon and Penangites,” Read More »
Working as a cohesive force, Loga
9 Aug 2011, 2:29 PM
The Penang Barisan Nasional Working Committee has been going to the ground meeting the people and looking into their woes since it was set up about two years ago. Read More »
Gerakan questions Selangor PR government’s inconsistency in governance
5 Aug 2011, 4:48 PM
Dr Dominic views the act of JAIS as highly inconsiderate, insensitive and disrespectful as the body has disrupted a peaceful community event. And clearly, JAIS had not been sensitive enough when dealing with matters related to religion for it is a common sense that religious issues are sensitive issues in this country. Read More »
Give chance to youngsters based on merits, Gerakan
2 Aug 2011, 2:38 PM
“If a youngster is successful, let the people know about his success, tell the story so that others can emulate his example,” Read More »
Tackle road accident issue as Festive season is around the corner, urged Gerakan
29 Jul 2011, 3:54 PM
Hari Raya Puasa is just around the corner, meaning there will be a lot of cars traveling on the highway to balik kampong for the festive season, and it is crucial that the authority carry out the necessary action to minimize unwanted tragedy Read More »
Gerakan Youth urges MOE to set up a special task force committee to find solution
29 Jul 2011, 3:35 PM
We regret to see that no action has been taken by the related authority at all and the Ministry of Education seems to be taking this issue very lightly, which we believe is one of the reasons the same scenario keeps on recurring Read More »
Pat on the back for the cops
28 Jul 2011, 2:32 PM
Gerakan has lauded the police for reducing the crime index in Penang, saying it is important for everybody to feel safe at all times, whether at home, at work, at shopping centers or in the parks. Read More »
Gerakan: Reconsider separating bill for solid waste from quit rent
26 Jul 2011, 3:27 PM
it is unfair to push the responsibility to the public to settle the issue of delay of payment by the government to the solid waste management companies. The government should think of a better way to transfer the fee to the companies instead of causing more hassle to the rakyat by introducing a new bill which is very likely to increase in fee as time passes. Read More »
Entertainment ban a slap in the face for Pakatan Rakyat AND Kedah State government
25 Jul 2011, 4:04 PM
The announcement of the removal of the ban on entertainment during the Ramadan by PAS president Hadi Awang is a slap on the face of PAS Kedah, Kedah Menteri Besar, DAP as well as PKR. Read More »
Don’t tarnish UiTM image with Ibrahim Ali Award
20 Jul 2011, 3:53 PM
a university is a place where students are taught to be open minded and receptive to multiracial concept, by setting up such award in the name of Ibrahim Ali will send a wrong message to the university students that they should follow his foot step to be against the 1 Malaysia concept. Read More »
Dr Cheah: Allow peaceful rally in the future if meets requirement
19 Jul 2011, 4:00 PM
We do not want the repetition of BERSIH 2.0 in the future, thus, we sincerely hope that those who wish to hold a rally would go through proper procedure to obtain a permit for the activity whilst the government would allow such gathering to take place in a peaceful manner with the police around to ensure law and order of the event, said Dr Cheah. Read More »
Release the 6 PSM members if they have not committed any offences, urged Gerakan
18 Jul 2011, 2:55 PM
Waging an ideological campaign without the use of force or violence is not a heinous crime and shall not be treated as criminal. Thus a public statement on the circumstances leading to the arrest and detention of the 6 PSM detainees shall be made forthwith. Read More »
Sever ties with PAS, DAP told
14 Jul 2011, 3:11 PM
“What more, we can still remember DAP chairman Karpal Singh’s expletive “Over My Dead Body” when he vehemently objected against PAS’ Islamic state policy. Read More »
Ban on entertainment outlets during Ramadan is a lost
14 Jul 2011, 3:08 PM
“Their action lends weight to our fear that Pas is bent on using Islamic laws to administer Kedah. DAP and PKR, who are Pas partners, are ineffective and useless,” Read More »
Gerakan disagrees to revoke Ambiga’s citizenship
12 Jul 2011, 2:27 PM
“If Ambiga’s citizenship should be revoked, then shouldn’t people like Ibrahim Ali be revoked of his citizenship first for making so many seditious statements over the past few months? If Ibrahim Ali can be spared of any punishment despite making seditious and unconstructive remarks, then Ambiga should not be treated this away either,” Read More »
Don’t be choosy, potential candidates told
11 Jul 2011, 10:00 AM
In the general elections, there is no such thing as a safe seat or a safe constituency. The party leadership can only field a candidate who has a good chance to win than the others. Read More »
Durian Frenzy
9 Jul 2011, 5:28 PM
A durian party was organized by Penang Gerakan Veteran Bureau on July 7 at the Penang Gerakan headquarters. Read More »
Ng Siew Lai urges all kindergartens to tighten security
8 Jul 2011, 4:29 PM
it is the responsibility of the kindergarten operators to tighten the security, but hiring a security guard is not the only solution to solve the problem. Datuk Ng is in the opinion that children need to be educated to be aware of strangers. Read More »
Dr Cheah urges BERSIH to consider delaying the event
8 Jul 2011, 4:21 PM
“What sort of political agenda does the BERSIH coalition has for being so persistent to hold BERSIH 2.0 in Stadium Merdeka? Why must they hold it in Kuala Lumpur instead of other Pakatan Rakyat’s states? Read More »
Gerakan slams the Trouble makers as cowards Call off the rally, urges Gerakan
1 Jul 2011, 3:24 PM
“This incident had further worsen the uneasy atmosphere and social tension prior to the BERSIH 2.0 rally on 9th July, thus it is hoped that the police can arrest the perpetrator in the shortest time possible to avoid further tension in the society.” Read More »
We are Against Political Violence
1 Jul 2011, 12:46 PM
We detest such a political campaign which intimidates the people, threatens their safety, cause hardship and loss of income. We are strongly against such uncivilized violent acts which do not bode well for Malaysian politics. Read More »
Dr Cheah: Boastful Pakatan Rakyat contradicting themselves
30 Jun 2011, 4:28 PM
“One hand they asking the people to support BERSIH, on the other hand they said they can win 11 states in the 13th General Election, so what are they trying to say? Are they implying that the Election Commission is clean or not clean?” Read More »
Gerakan Wanita welcomes the new Power to Women policy
28 Jun 2011, 3:02 PM
“Thus far, there are only less than 10% of women representation at the decision making level in the private sector however, women’s progress in the government sector is much more significant accounting for almost 33% decision making positions such as secretary general or head of departments.” Read More »
Stop your political persecution, Guan Eng told
27 Jun 2011, 12:31 PM
“As a matter of fact, Lim should concentrate on developing Penang. In the last three years, he has made lots of announcements on big plans/projects such as the proposed Batu Kawan golf course by a Korean company; making Balik Pulau a centre of excellence for education; monorail, subway, skybus cable car etc. What has happened to these projects?” Read More »
Dr Dominic condemns death threat
23 Jun 2011, 5:18 PM
Gerakan Youth condemns the act of sending death threats as it is a dangerous act which threatens the safety of individuals. Read More »
Gerakan welcomes the tabling of the National Wage Consultation Council Bill 2011 at the parliament
23 Jun 2011, 3:11 PM
Minimum wage policy is in accordance with Gerakan’s Constitution in encouraging and promoting healthy trade unionism and uplifting the conditions and standards of living of the working population to strive towards a fair and just society. Read More »
Punish Ibrahim immediately before it is too late, says Gerakan
21 Jun 2011, 3:14 PM
“It is appropriate that the government should immediately take steps, especially during this political challenging time, to stop any individual or organization from making racist statements that stoke tension and affect the peace and harmony of the nation,” Read More »
Stop inducing unfounded fears, Urged Gerakan
21 Jun 2011, 3:11 PM
Jayanthi urges Ibrahim Ali to stop inducing unfounded fears unto the public especially the Chinese community, she also hopes that the proposed BERSIH rally organizers will now realize that we are Malaysians and it is just not our way to hold rallies nor exemplify countries that we are not! Read More »
Act Against Ibrahim Ali, Government urged
21 Jun 2011, 3:09 PM
The Government must not allow seditious statements to inflict hurt on the nation. A seditious statement is a seditious statement. Whoever makes such statement must face the laws of the nation. Read More »
Independent Police Complaints and Misconduct Commission is needed, urged Gerakan
20 Jun 2011, 6:06 PM
“Base on the case, normally there will be unhappy emotions when policemen were requested to show his police ID, and whenever such incident happens, senior police officers will come forward to clear the dispute. Read More »
Jayanthi questions Anwar’s status in BERSIH
20 Jun 2011, 3:17 PM
Jayanthi was referring to the statement made by Anwar Ibrahim where he said he would ask Bersih 2.0 chief S Ambiga to call off the the rally if the Prime Minister could promise clean and fair elections in the future. Read More »
Gerakan wants all rallies to be called off
20 Jun 2011, 3:10 PM
“Don’t put fear and worry on the whole nation with a rally and other rallies against the rally. So many rallies will only cause fear and worry among the public and give a false impression to foreigners that Malaysia is politically unstable,” Read More »
Thumbs up for Ministry of Health on the case of dried pork products
15 Jun 2011, 3:47 PM
Dr Ng said that the Ministry of Health should continue with such effort to ensure that the food and beverages supplied in the market are safe for consumption. Read More »
Gerakan disagrees to disqualify PKR’s Chua Tian from Batu
15 Jun 2011, 3:45 PM
“Gerakan’s stand is always to put the best interest of the rakyat as our priority, hence, we believe that we should not deny voters of their elected representative over a mere RM2,000 conviction,” Read More »
Stop inhuman treatment, says Gerakan
15 Jun 2011, 3:41 PM
Gerakan is calling on the government to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the case and take actions against the officers who used excessive measures in their course of duties. It is an embarassment and will certainly affect our tourism industry. Read More »
Pay attention to public safety, Gerakan tells state government
14 Jun 2011, 2:50 PM
mishap and the incident of a five-year-old girl who was hit by a galloping horse along the beach in Batu Ferringhi on June 5, coupled with the triple breakdowns of the Penang Hill Railway service was giving Penang and its tourism industry a very bad name. Read More »
Gerakan Calls for IPP Review to be Transparent and People-Centric
13 Jun 2011, 4:00 PM
"It is hard to explain and propound on why IPPs receives subsidies when many of them are making so much money. The review announced by Second Finance Minister, Datuk Seri Husni Hanadzlah is a an obvious relief but what's more important is the outcome. The review must reorientate the subsidy burden so the government can spend more on the people and their welfare," Read More »
Dr Dominic Lau urges students to grab the opportunity of being enrolled to Matriculation
9 Jun 2011, 3:43 PM
“According to the briefing, 10% of the matriculation enrolment will be allocated to non-bumi students which is the same as previous years practice. The enrolment requirement will be based on the 4 core subjects, 90% based on academic result and 10% based on extra-curricular activities performance. The cut off point for enrolment would be 97.45 marks.” Read More »
BERSIH 2 is meaningless
9 Jun 2011, 3:41 PM
if Pakatan Rakyat is unhappy about anything at all, they should reflect their dissatisfaction through the members of parliament during parliamentary meeting and not making any movements which could have negative effect on the country’s image. Read More »
Gerakan Hng Chee Wey urges strict enforcement of law
9 Jun 2011, 3:38 PM
I urge the Penang State Government and MPPP to attend to this matter in a serious manner to prevent such accidence from happening again in the future. This is a very serious life related issue as it is about the safety of all tourists as well as others who carry out activities on the beach. Read More »
Ng Siew Lai urges all women to increase self safety awareness
9 Jun 2011, 3:34 PM
“Now that the society is very unsafe, everyone needs to increase the awareness of own safety, especially single woman when using public transportations, including bus, taxi & lrt train. Ladies traveling alone should be highly alert of the surrounding and know how to protect themselves whenever they are faced with any dangerous situation to avoid from being sexually assaulted or harmed.” Read More »
Ensure public safety on beaches, says Gerakan
8 Jun 2011, 2:51 PM
“We may have laws and by-laws which will not work when there is no strict enforcement and proper control,” Read More »
Gerakan urges schools to tighten security
7 Jun 2011, 4:57 PM
“Now that we all are fully aware of the level of security of our society, adults should never let their children to wander around alone. Every girl should be accompanied by someone be her parents or friends when they wish to go to the washroom.” Read More »
Safety measures needs to be improved at Childcare center, urged Jayanthi
7 Jun 2011, 4:54 PM
most families are drawing double income, both parents are busy with work and are forced to leave their children under the custody of the childcare center during day time. However, the occurrence of this incident has set a loud warning to the public, rising an issue of concern as to whether it is still safe for parents to send their children to childcare center. Read More »
Gerakan welcomes additional 500 scholarships offered by the 1MDB
6 Jun 2011, 4:59 PM
Gerakan Youth today welcomes the government’s decision to give additional 500 scholarships through 1MDB to excellent students who failed in their previous attempt to apply for PSD scholarship. Read More »
Gerakan disagree that sex is the only foundation of marriage
6 Jun 2011, 4:23 PM
the Obedient Wife Club organization is absurd, not only the founding of the organization humiliates women, it also degrades the status of women in the society and family, what’s even shocking is that the organization was set up by women which not only self disgracing but is also widely unpopular among in the society that upholds equality of both genders. Read More »
Expenses required to nurture future talents should not be compromised, urged Gerakan
2 Jun 2011, 3:32 PM
“The government ought to feel happy for the fact that Malaysia is producing more and more students who are academically excellent and continue to provide scholarships for these top scorers of the nation and not doing the reverse by cutting off the entire scholarship suddenly just because the government is unable to bear the cost of giving scholarships to students. “ Read More »
Please control price hike, urged Gerakan
2 Jun 2011, 2:41 PM
Gerakan is concerned with the chain effect of price hike which is burning like wild fire in the market since the reduction of subsidy on a few controlled items such as sugar, diesel for selected vehicles, electricity and etc. Read More »
First Installment for 5-year Commitment
29 May 2011, 11:27 AM
Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon presented the cheque for RM6mil as the first installment to the Board of Directors foundation member Tan Sri Emeritus Prof Gajaraj Dhanarajan during a brief ceremony at the Penang Gerakan headquarters in Jalan Macalister. Read More »
Wawasan Open University gets RM30mil to fund operations
28 May 2011, 12:08 PM
“It will take some time for a university to be able to break even and the Wawasan Open University (WOU) is projected to (hopefully) do so in the next four to five years time,” Read More »
Stop politicking the subsidy issue, urged Gerakan
27 May 2011, 5:00 PM
“The government of the day are the People too! The government does not have a personal vendetta against the people to punish the people by using subsidy as ransom,” Read More »
Don’t be arrogant, DCM told
26 May 2011, 4:51 PM
“Please don’t forget that what seniors do or say today will have a great influence and an impact on the youths who are the future leaders of the country,” Read More »
An Evening with BN Youth Chief YB Khairy Jamaluddin
26 May 2011, 10:33 AM
"We don't need (something which) antagonises us and upsets other people. You have my word that Umno Youth under me will continue to oppose Perkasa,” Read More »
COLA to lower income group to help the poor to handle increasing living costs, urged Gerakan
25 May 2011, 2:46 PM
Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) which are currently available for civil servants to the low income group so that the impact of inflation would not be too great on them. By doing so, government would not only save on the cost of subsidy, the government can also assist the poor community financially, thus reducing the impact of price hike of goods on that layer of society. Read More »
No place for Perkasa in Malaysia, says Khairy
23 May 2011, 11:04 AM
There is no place in Umno or elsewhere in Malaysia for the likes of Perkasa, a Malay rights group, said Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin. Read More »
Datuk Peter Pang En Yin sworn-in as Gerakan’s Central Committee member
21 May 2011, 4:08 PM
Datuk Peter Pang En Yin, state assemblyman for Karamunting in Sabah who have joined Gerakan on March 2011 and has been appointed as the party’s central committee member. Read More »
Set up a Committee comprising academicians and NGOs experts to decide on PSD scholarship
20 May 2011, 2:33 PM
In view of the criticism and allegations received every year on this problem, this cannot be allowed to continue. There must be a clear guideline on processing and full transparency on who gets the scholarship. Read More »
Tremendous development in Penang under BN
18 May 2011, 11:19 AM
The state’s economy improved by leaps and bounds under the BN administration that he helmed. There were various infrastructure projects including the on-going Second Penang Bridge and the Mengkuang Dam expansion project. These projects showed the federal government’s commitment to bringing the state’s economy to a higher level. Read More »
Practice Inclusiveness for Harmony
16 May 2011, 9:00 PM
This year’s Wesak Day theme is very much in line with the 1Malaysia spirit because promoting harmony in a multi-racial, multi-religious and multi-cultural society such as Malaysia is of utmost importance. In fact, this spirit is very much based on the true teaching of every Great Religion of the world. Read More »
Ibrahim Ali is a dangerous politician
16 May 2011, 3:47 PM
this is not the first time Ibrahim Ali makes such inflammatory statements, he had in the past made a lot of such statements. It is very unethical and dangerous for politicians to use racial and religious issues for selfish political purpose. Read More »
BN urges state govt to focus on setting aside land case
16 May 2011, 1:30 PM
Dr Teng said instead of continuing to label the case as a “scam” when “there is no scam” as explicitly stated in the contents of the White Paper, the state government should take appropriate action to set aside the case or to reduce the award’s amount. Read More »
Gerakan wants all low-cost and low-medium cost flats to be repainted
16 May 2011, 11:25 AM
“We do not want discriminatory policies and we do not agree with Pantai Jerejak Assemblyman Sim Tze Tsin’s stand that the benefits should be extended to only State, PDC, MPPP and MPSP housing,” Read More »
It’s not a scam
11 May 2011, 4:33 PM
“In fact, it was Tang who had demanded the sum from the previous state government. The State Exco decided that the amount he wanted should be justified with supporting documents including receipts on the amount of money he had spent in relation to the case. The decision was conveyed to Tang who could not produce the documents and did not come back to us. He then went to Court to seek redress,” Read More »
Show respect to the Opposition, urges Gerakan
11 May 2011, 10:40 AM
“It was a Friday and I was out of town until the evening of Feb 14 itself. We had emailed a list of questions on the sPICE project to Penang Municipal Council president Patahiyah Ismail on Feb 1. But there was no reply.” Read More »
State govt in mess over repainting of low-cost flats, says Penang BN
10 May 2011, 5:00 PM
Penang Gerakan vice-chairman Wong Mun Hoe today slammed the Penang state government for being inefficient and in a "terribly confused state of affairs" in connection with its proposal to repaint 53 blocks of flats and apartments. Read More »
Gerakan wants Utusan Malaysia investigated
10 May 2011, 4:40 PM
Parti Gerakan Rakyat Malaysia (PGRM) today wants immediate and transparent investigation carried out on Utusan Malaysia upon the allegation of its claim that a group of Christian leaders wanted Christianity to be the country’s official religion. Read More »
DAP has failed to practice what it preaches, Gerakan
10 May 2011, 4:40 PM
"They are now in power and the illegal towers are allowed to operate. Even a DAP leader had suggested that protesters be dealt with under the Seditious Act, a law DAP leaders said they were totally against," Dr Thor added. Read More »
Dr Koh urged Police to carry out investigation on Utusan Malaysia
9 May 2011, 5:20 PM
if the investigation found that the report is baseless, then the government should take the necessary action against the bloggers and Utusan Malaysia because of their irresponsible reporting. Read More »
Violent bullying act in school needs to be stopped
9 May 2011, 5:16 PM
Such rebellious, immoral and wild behaviors are most probably caused by the lack of guidance and love from the surrounding as well as the negative influence from the media. Parents should show more care and love to their children and spend more quality time with their children. Read More »
Stop it, says Gerakan
9 May 2011, 3:05 PM
“If there was no basis to the reports, appropriate serious action according to the laws of our country should be taken against Utusan Malaysia and the two bloggers. Similarly, appropriate serious action should also be taken against those who flout the law if there was a basis to the reports,” Read More »
Give details of sPice project, says BN
6 May 2011, 8:31 AM
the state government of breaching two laws and an MPPP guideline by allowing Eco-Meridean to build an additional 1,500 units of houses, which would go above the maximum permissible density, in other projects it proposes as part of the agreement for the sPICE project. Read More »
FOI Bill, show your sincerity, says Gerakan
5 May 2011, 5:10 PM
"There seems to be a slip-shod attitude, with no urgency and lack of sincerity for views from various groups, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs)," he said at a press conference outside the state legislative assembly hall yesterday (May 4). Also present were Penang Gerakan’s legal and human rights bureau chief Baljit Singh and Umno’s Hassan Din. Read More »
Institutionalize the policy of JPA scholarship application, urged Gerakan
5 May 2011, 3:34 PM
The government needs to think of a way to improve the living standard of the nation by first of all removing the obstacles that are blocking the nation from developing, only then would the country regains it's bargaining power to attract the oversea Malaysians to return to work in Malaysia. Read More »
State govt should pay full cost to repaint flats, Gerakan
3 May 2011, 5:00 PM
"Repainting is indeed necessary and important to give these flats and apartments a fresh look, a bright and cleaner environment besides erasing the stigma of urban slum, particularly those apartments located in and within the city areas as well as those in established housing estates," he said outside the state legislative assembly hall on Tuesday. Read More »
PAS should abandon Islamic State’s cause, Gerakan
3 May 2011, 4:46 PM
Gerakan has reiterated its stand that the party will not object to PAS co-operating with Umno as long as the former discards its intention of setting up an Islamic state in the country. Read More »
Telling the truth, Gerakan
3 May 2011, 4:39 PM
“As we observe Press Freedom Day today (May 3), we must always take cognizance that the mass media plays a very important role in society and the people must be told the truth. Confusing reports and slanting news information should be avoided at all costs,” Read More »
The Contributions of Labour
1 May 2011, 12:30 AM
Labour Day is an important day for all workers to observe as it is dedicated for their contributions to society. Penang Gerakan joins all workers to celebrate this auspicious day. Read More »
Be sensitive to the needs of the labour force
1 May 2011, 12:20 AM
We are a labour movement political party and will always be sensitive to the needs of the labour force. We are grateful to the contributions of the labour force in nation-building and we will continue to fight for the rights of the labour, irrespective of race and creed. Read More »
Be more attentive when giving medical treatment, urged Gerakan
28 Apr 2011, 3:21 PM
Dr Ng is in the opinion that the government needs to come up with a policy to ensure that the trainee doctors are properly trained and mentored by the senior doctor during houseman ship. Although most of the negligence cases are caused by inexperienced trainee doctor, it is unfair to let the patients suffer due to the lack of experience of the trainee doctor as well as the lack of care of the senior doctor. Read More »
Open enforcement on speed trap a good move, says Gerakan
26 Apr 2011, 4:13 PM
Dr Cheah Soon Hai today welcomes the new open enforcement for speed trap by the police. It’s a good idea that there would not be anymore hiding and ambush speed trap in the future. Read More »
Penang Hill Cable Car new fare H’ng suggests 25% increase instead of 100%
26 Apr 2011, 4:09 PM
after the announcement of the new fare for Penang Hill Cable Car ride was made, he received a lot of complaints from the public that a 100% increase of fare which would be implemented starting 1st May, 2011 is too much. Read More »
Ng Siew Lai: Parents are responsible for their children’s diet
23 Apr 2011, 12:09 AM
a child’s dietary habit would affect the child’s physical development, hence, unhealthy eating habit could cause damage to the physical development of the children. Read More »
422 Earth Day: Love Our Environment
22 Apr 2011, 11:00 AM
Education plays a very important role. We should start from the young, from nursery to primary schools that taking care of our environment is equally important to learning how to read and write. Read More »
Don’t be spiteful, Perkasa told
21 Apr 2011, 2:30 PM
“There were also no calls by any group asking the government to sideline the two states just because the electorates there did not support the government. So please, please don’t make the Sarawak state elections results into a racial issue,” Read More »
Suicidal cases at schools a growing concern, Gerakan
20 Apr 2011, 3:12 PM
The role of a counselor is very important in the life of students who are undergoing their growing up stages where these teenagers are faced with various tensions from all corners of life. The Ministry of Education should give more training to the existing counselors as well as train more quality counselors to enable them to perform their duty at schools better. Read More »
Endless raids on night clubs not a permanent solution, said Gerakan
19 Apr 2011, 3:21 PM
Ng added that there are incidences of foreigners entering Malaysia via false marriage. Ng urged the office of the Registrar of Marriages needs to be extra careful and strict in registering marriages involving foreign brides, this is to ensure the authenticity of the marriage and prevention of abuse of marriage certificate as a means to do crimes in Malaysia. Read More »
Unfair for consumers to bear the stamping cost on each eggs, urged Gerakan
15 Apr 2011, 3:12 PM
4 cents increase per egg is much too high, thus unacceptable as it will cause a sudden inflation in the market. Eggs are widely used in the Food & Beverage industry, an increase of prices of eggs will definitely lead to inflation of food price which at the end, the end users will again be the group who suffers. Read More »
Gerakan welcomes the Credit Card Alert System proposed by Bank Negara
14 Apr 2011, 3:37 PM
Oh believes that once this proposed idea is implemented, the card holder will be more protected. The banks will also be able to carry out immediate investigation and terminate the card whenever any cases of credit card theft happen in order to avoid further losses caused to the bank and the cardholder. Read More »
Gerakan urged Bank Negara to monitor investments sales operation of banks
13 Apr 2011, 2:16 PM
It is alright for the sales officers to do sales for potential prospects, however, in a manner where the potential customer is made fully aware of the risks of investing in the investment fund. Secondly, the sales personnel should not influence the customers into diverging from their initial decision by hard selling the products. Read More »
Set up Royal Commission of Inquiry to investigate the sex video clip, urged Gerakan
8 Apr 2011, 3:46 PM
Having two different sets of facts lying in front of us, we will have to find out who the man in the video is, who the culprit behind the scene was, who recorded the video and whether there is a mastermind behind it. Read More »
Sex clips portray ill political culture
5 Apr 2011, 2:04 PM
Gerakan Youth says the online circulation of the sex clip purportedly portraying an opposition leader is distasteful and should be stopped immediately. Read More »
Sack the journalist? Shame on you Guan Eng told
5 Apr 2011, 1:56 PM
Penang Gerakan is sad that Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng is “heartless and cruel” that he wants a journalist to be sacked if the journalist has made a mistake or misquoted someone in his article. Read More »
1Malaysia Transforms the Nation
4 Apr 2011, 2:37 PM
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak with his 1Malaysia concept well-received during his walkabouts at Kampung Melayu flats. Read More »
Rifle Range Residents Happy to Meet with PM
4 Apr 2011, 2:33 PM
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak visited Rifle Range Flats and tasted Penang Nasi Lemak. Read More »
Welcome to Jelutong!
4 Apr 2011, 2:27 PM
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak is going to the grassroots at the Jelutong Market on the beautiful Saturday morning. Read More »
Najib well-received in Taman Tun Sardon
4 Apr 2011, 2:15 PM
Saturday, April 2 2011, was an auspicious day for Penangites, being able to meet the Prime Minister in person. Read More »
Salam 1Malaysia
2 Apr 2011, 12:17 PM
I am happy to be able to meet PM in person. He is very friendly and I like him. Read More »
Please, Mr MP, no more sexist remarks
31 Mar 2011, 3:05 PM
Wanita Gerakan Secretary General Jayanthi Devi Balaguru has condemned Kinabatangan MP Datuk Bung Mokhtar Radin for making sexist remarks on Monday, saying the remarks were unwarranted and uncalled for. Read More »
Grab this chance to upgrade your apartments, Mun Hoe
25 Mar 2011, 3:58 PM
All joint management corporations (JMCs) and owners of high-rise flats and apartments in Penang should grab the opportunity to apply to the state government for funds to upgrade and repaint their buildings, following the state’s decision to approve similar projects for three blocks of flats built by the Penang Development Corporation (PDC) some 14 years ago. Read More »
Gerakan disagree to the proposal to increase water tariff
25 Mar 2011, 3:46 PM
Increasing water bill by 10% to 15% every 3 years is going to cause burden to the public, especially the low income group. Read More »
State has done it right this time, says Dr Teng
24 Mar 2011, 3:44 PM
The Penang Barisan Nasional has congratulated Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng for taking up its advice over the Pulau Jerejak investment issue – that is to sue whoever the state government deems is responsible for any wrong-doing. Read More »
“Be Reminded of the Hardships Endured, Be Vigilant, Vow to Strive and Work Hard”
24 Mar 2011, 3:42 PM
Gerakan President Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon reminded all party comrades of four Chinese proverbs translated to English means “Be Reminded of the Hardships Endured, Be Vigilant, Vow to Strive and Work Hard to serve the people together” to further encourage all Gerakanists to strive harder and worker with greater vigour to realise the vision, hope and aspirations of the party. Read More »
Gerakan Deputy Youth Chief Oh Tong Keong bombarded Nazri as arrogant
24 Mar 2011, 3:38 PM
Oh said if Nazri has any valuable opinion, he should make good use of Barisan Nasional’s internal mechanism to reflect the matter and not going against the Barisan Nasional’s spirit and protocol by accusing its’ ally publicly. Read More »
SPM Students should continue with their studies, urged Gerakan
23 Mar 2011, 12:39 PM
Given that the current society is evolving into a market that emphasizes on the knowledge and professionalism of an employee, having a professional technical training is the basic requirement to fit into a challenging job market and society today. Read More »
Support 2011 Earth Hour on 26 March, urged Gerakan.
23 Mar 2011, 12:36 PM
if we could save that much of electricity and money in just one hour, imagine how much electricity and money we could save in one year if we can do this in every other day. Read More »
Playing a meaningful role to save energy
23 Mar 2011, 11:00 AM
Everyone has a role to make the earth a better place to live in. We can start small by helping to save energy such as switching off unnecessary lights or the fans in the bedrooms when we are in the hall. Read More »
Pulau Jerejak project is economically viable, Dr Teng
22 Mar 2011, 3:57 PM
The Penang Barisan Nasional today hit out at Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng for trying to mislead the people over the previous state government’s plan to develop Pulau Jerejak into a tourist resort. Read More »
Malaysians need to learn how to use water wisely, urged Gerakan
18 Mar 2011, 3:22 PM
there is a tendency to waste water among the general public of Malaysia perhaps due to a misconception amongst the people and the policy makers that we will not be hit with water shortage problem due to the heavy rainfall we have throughout the year. Read More »
We did not poach Pang, LDP told
17 Mar 2011, 3:26 PM
Parti Gerakan Rakyat Malaysia (PGRM) today slammed LDP president Liew Vui Keong for trying to shift the blame on his party’s problems to Gerakan, describing it as a poor attempt to pick up a quarrel with another Barisan Nasional component party. Read More »
Make sure SAATNM is operational, Gerakan
16 Mar 2011, 5:04 PM
Gerakan has urged the government to ensure that the National Tsunami Early Warning System (SAATNM) set up in 2005 is in tip-top condition and functioning smoothly. Read More »
1Malaysia ‘Alpha Ladies Nite’
15 Mar 2011, 12:13 PM
This year’s celebration marks the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day. Read More »
The price cap increase to 300k for cities, urges Mah
14 Mar 2011, 5:28 PM
Gerakan welcomes the brilliant idea of the My First Home Scheme that benefits the young working adults earning less than RM3,000 a month to obtain up to 100% housing loan for houses costing between RM100,000 to RM220,000. Read More »
Set up Select Committee for public feedback on nuclear plants, Gerakan urges
14 Mar 2011, 5:25 PM
Gerakan has asked the government to take a relook and study the consequences over its plan to build nuclear plants in the country in view of what’s happening to Japan’s nuclear plants following the massive earthquake there. Read More »
Penang BN to meet PM over Jit Sin SPS branch school
9 Mar 2011, 3:50 PM
Penang Barisan Nasional will seek a meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak to discuss the permit to build a branch school for Sekolah Menengah Jit Sin in Seberang Perai Selatan. Read More »
Grab chance to own houses, Gerakan Youth
9 Mar 2011, 3:14 PM
Gerakan Youth has urged the people, especially young working adults, to grab the opportunity to own houses instead of renting following the introduction of the My First Home Scheme launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak. Read More »
Guan Eng trying to twist facts, Penang BN
3 Mar 2011, 3:16 PM
Lim had reportedly lamented that the federal government’s allocation of RM700 million from 2001 to 2008 constituted only 3% of the RM25.6 billion the state had contributed to federal coffers in revenue during that period. Read More »
Malam Perpaduan 1Malaysia Tanjung Bunga
28 Feb 2011, 11:48 AM
Malam Perpaduan 1Malaysia Tanjung Bunga was held in conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebrations on February 27. Read More »
Respect campus election result, Gerakan Youth
25 Feb 2011, 3:32 PM
“The university must respect the rights of students & the democracy of the campus elections,” Read More »
Federal Govt. spent RM320mil to improve Penang’s transportation system
24 Feb 2011, 6:30 PM
The Federal Government has spent more than RM320 million to improve the state's public transportation system after the setting up of Rapid Penang Sdn Bhd on July 2007. State Gerakan chairman Datuk Dr Teng Hock Nan said the Federal Government recently also pumped RM120mil into Rapid Penang to build transport hubs in Balik Pulau and Batu Maung, and purchase 200 additional new buses. Read More »
BN Courtesy Visit to Rapid Penang
24 Feb 2011, 5:30 PM
“Federal government is providing RM120 million to bring in more buses and build bus hubs,” said Dr Teng when explaining the federal government’s commitment to the people of Penang. Read More »
Penang’s Potential is Under Estimated, Ooi
24 Feb 2011, 5:14 PM
“The Penang’s potential is under estimated,” said Ooi Suan Hoe, who is also the Machang Bubok Gerakan Coordinator, concerned the 290% achievement over forecast. Read More »
Special Fund needed to protect the poor, Gerakan
23 Feb 2011, 10:12 PM
Gerakan has proposed that the government set up a special fund to protect the poor who are facing legal matters in view of the impending rise in legal fees in the country. Read More »
EPF must step up campaign to encourage self-employed to register and contribute, GERAKAN
21 Feb 2011, 2:39 PM
Gerakan has hailed the high dividend declared by the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) for 2010, describing it as “good news and timely bonus” to help working people who are entitled to withdrawals tide over their financial constraints. Read More »
Tanjong celebrates CNY
21 Feb 2011, 11:48 AM
“State government has very short attention span over the policies made”, said Padang Kota Coordinator Oh Tong Keong. “Penang Wifi, declare personal assets, weekend free parking; where are they now?” Read More »
Padang Tembak needs Outcome
18 Feb 2011, 7:30 PM
DAP and PKR has been going after BN for the car park. “Assemblyman Jason Ong also made promises two years ago. But nothing has moved,” Read More »
CNY Joy in Padang Tembak
18 Feb 2011, 10:25 AM
“RM120mil is being allocated by Prime Minister’s Department for Penang Public Transport,” said Penang Gerakan chairman Dato’ Dr Teng Hock Nan Read More »
Stop giving more licences to medical schools, Gerakan
17 Feb 2011, 4:19 PM
Gerakan today reiterated its call to the government to stop issuing licences for medical schools as a step to churning out only competent medical graduates. Read More »
Appreciate your life and don’t gamble it away
17 Feb 2011, 4:17 PM
Recently, there have been lots of suicide cases in our country. Wanita Gerakan urges all sectors, including government, civil society organizations, NGOs, religious organizations and others, to pay close attention to this issue. Read More »
Jelutong is the Result from Efforts of Many
17 Feb 2011, 2:10 PM
Gerakan hope to see democracy. Ruling party need to be checked and balanced. Read More »
Stop the “Press War”
16 Feb 2011, 4:04 PM
The Kepong issue came to light after Kepong Umno chief Datuk Rizuan Hamid had suggested on Saturday that the MCA contest the Kepong parliamentary seat instead of Gerakan. Read More »
Condemn the Irresponsible, Unethical and the Despicable Act of Doctored Photograph, Teng
11 Feb 2011, 4:46 PM
Dato’ Dr Teng Hock Nan condemns the irresponsible, unethical and the despicable act of doctored photograph of YAB Lim Guan Eng, Chief Minister of Penang wearing a skullcap. Read More »
Gerakan Pulau Tikus CNY Open House
11 Feb 2011, 11:46 AM
“At the end of darkness, comes light,” said Penang Gerakan Chairman Dato’ Dr. Teng Hock Nan. Read More »
90-day maternity leave is good for Penang civil servants, Wanita Gerakan
10 Feb 2011, 2:54 PM
Wanita Gerakan is glad that the Penang state government is following the footsteps of the federal government to extend maternity leave from 60 to 90 days for the public sector. Read More »
Penang’s success made by Barisan Nasional Govt, Koh
9 Feb 2011, 5:00 PM
The federal government did not marginalize Penang and the achievements enjoyed by the current state government are due to efforts carried out by the previous Barisan Nasional (BN) state government. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon said among the successful effort done by the previous state government was developing the health tourism. Read More »
Penang BN Chinese New Year Open House
9 Feb 2011, 4:22 PM
Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin attend the Penang Barisan Nasional Chinese New Year Open House on February 4, 2011, at the Penang Chinese Town Hall. Read More »
Penang needs proper regulation and zoning area for water sports
8 Feb 2011, 4:20 PM
Hng, who is also Penang Gerakan Youth secretary, said banning water sports activities in Batu Ferringhi is not a good solution as water sports is integral for beaches and the sea. Read More »
Have A Meaningful Chinese New Year
31 Jan 2011, 4:20 PM
To faithful PGRM members, we hope that this year of the rabbit may bring the best out of our perseverance and capabilities, to continue fulfilling our party’s vision and aspiration. Read More »
The Life and Legacy of the Late Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu - A Tribute by Malaysians
28 Jan 2011, 10:22 AM
More than 500 people from all walks of life including the Gerakan leaders and party veteran pay their tribute to the late Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu during The Life and Legacy of the late Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu - A Tribute by Malaysians organised by Gerakan and the Wawasan Open University (WOU). Read More »
Please help to reduce traffic congestion, Gerakan Youth
27 Jan 2011, 3:27 PM
Gerakan Youth has urged the authorities concerned to strictly enforce the law to smoothen traffic flow and reduce unnecessary traffic congestion. Read More »
Teoh’s death: The truth must prevail
27 Jan 2011, 3:23 PM
Gerakan has welcomed the government’s decision to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into the Teoh Beng Hock case, saying “it is refreshing and in line with the wishes of the people that the truth must prevail.” Read More »
Please help to reduce highway accidents, Gerakan
26 Jan 2011, 4:39 PM
Gerakan wants the government to intensify enforcement to ensure passenger safety on public vehicles, especially express buses, in view of the rush to return home to celebrate the Chinese New Year festival. Read More »
Return of Thaipusam Chariot
26 Jan 2011, 10:13 AM
Penang Gerakan set up a refreshment stall in front of its headquarters, to receive the returning of Thaipusam’s chariot. Read More »
Gerakan Hold Tribute Ceremony for Chong Eu
24 Jan 2011, 4:37 PM
More than 500 people from all walks of life including the Gerakan leaders and party veteran pay their tribute to the late Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu during The Life and Legacy of the late Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu - A Tribute by Malaysians organised by Gerakan and the Wawasan Open University (WOU). Read More »
Walkabout at Thaipusam 2011
24 Jan 2011, 9:57 AM
Gerakan President Sdra Dr Koh Tsu Koon and Penang state leaders visited Thaipusam on January 20, 2011. Read More »
Gerakan wants review law on by-elections
21 Jan 2011, 3:44 PM
Gerakan has urged the Election Commission to propose a review of the Election Act, especially the law covering by-elections which cause money, energy and time. Read More »
Federal govt never marginalise Penang, Koh
20 Jan 2011, 11:30 PM
Projects such as Penang Second Bridge, expansion of Penang International Airport and expansion of Mengkuang Dam is still on-going, how can you say federal government marginalise the state. Read More »
Happy Thaipusam
19 Jan 2011, 11:05 PM
A Blessed Thaipusam to Malaysian Hindus everywhere! Read More »
Introduce automatic voter registration, says Gerakan
18 Jan 2011, 3:54 PM
Gerakan has urged the Election Commission to introduce comprehensive amendments to the election laws in Malaysia in tune with changing times and needs of the nation. Read More »
Lack of respect
18 Jan 2011, 3:52 PM
Wanita Gerakan secretary-general Jayanthi Devi Balaguru said the teacher’s racial and insensitive remark was disgraceful, unwarranted and lacking in respect of fellow Malaysians. Read More »
200 Wanted learning and teaching Science and Maths in English as an Option
14 Jan 2011, 4:12 PM
A Discourse on Malaysian Education Policies – Science & Maths in English as an Option on Jan 7, 2011 (Friday) was a great success! Read More »
English as an option in the teaching of Science and Maths in schools
13 Jan 2011, 2:55 PM
Penang Gerakan chairman Dato’ Dr Teng Hock Nan agreed that children must have the option to learn the two subjects in English. He suggested that PAGE should include some solutions to the problems that the school children might face under PPSMI in their memorandum so that the policy makers are more ready to listen to their input. Read More »
Wait for the surprises, Guan Eng told
11 Jan 2011, 3:43 PM
Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng has so swiftly jumped up to challenge Gerakan president and Penang Barisan Nasional chairman Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon to expose about Pakatan Rakyat state government’s weaknesses. Read More »
PGRM-WOU to hold memorial top honour the late Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu
10 Jan 2011, 3:00 PM
Parti Gerakan Rakyat Malaysia and Wawasan Open University (WOU) are jointly organising "The Life and Legacy of the late Tun Dr. Lim Chong Eu – A Tribute by Malaysians" at the university’s main campus on January 23 (Sunday), from 10.00am to 12.30pm. Read More »
Gerakan Welcomes Royal Commission and Calls on All Parties to Stop Politicising the Matter
7 Jan 2011, 4:50 PM
government’s decision in setting up Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to investigate whether procedures adopted by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in investigating the allegations against Teoh Beng Hock was in violation of human rights. Read More »
We will leave no stone unturned
5 Jan 2011, 4:39 PM
Wanita Gerakan deputy chief Ng Siew Lai has reaffirmed Gerakan’s stand to fight for and protect the rights and welfare of women in the country. Read More »
Teoh Beng Hock Death: Gerakan Calls for Royal Commission of Inquiry
5 Jan 2011, 4:34 PM
We cannot leave it hanging and the open verdict does just that. While I understand the constraints the coroner faced, I believe a Royal Commission of Inquiry that is properly constituted and comprised of eminent personalities will hopefully be able to give us a clearer picture and reach an acceptable conclusion on the circumstances surrounding his death Read More »
A Discourse on Malaysian Education Policies – Science & Maths in English as an option
3 Jan 2011, 9:30 AM
The forum’s objectives is to get feed-back from the public namely parents and experts in the industry on the Malaysian education policies with emphasis on the Government’s reversal of learning and teaching of Science and Maths in English Read More »
Better plan needed to reduce plastic disposals in Penang
1 Jan 2011, 4:06 PM
Penang state government should consult those in the plastic industry, to work out a better plan before the implementation of total ban in plastic usage in the state. Read More »
Happy New Year 2011
31 Dec 2010, 9:50 PM
To reach a mountain peak, there are uneven paths and obstacles that will test our perseverance, our determination, our intelligence and our commitment. We are sure that if we stay Satu Hati, together we will be at the top again. Read More »
Resolve to work for peace and harmony, Gerakan
31 Dec 2010, 3:02 PM
Malaysians will begin 2011 as a new decade with better understanding and co-existence, mutual respect, greater tolerance as well as no more racism. Read More »
Also use EPF to collect loans, Gerakan Youth
28 Dec 2010, 3:19 PM
Gerakan Youth is proposing to the government to also use the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) besides the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) to help collect repayments from loan borrowers from the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN). Read More »
Of Small Men and Small Things
24 Dec 2010, 4:34 PM
They say that sometimes it is the little little details that will reveal a person’s true character, more so if that someone is a person who is difficult to read, an expert in hiding or camouflaging his character. Read More »
Lift ban on 1Malaysia logo, Gerakan
24 Dec 2010, 4:32 PM
1Malaysia logo is to unite the people and everyone, irrespective of political divide, should support any move which is aimed at uniting the people to live harmoniously and peacefully in this country. Read More »
Merry Christmas
23 Dec 2010, 10:19 AM
Penang Gerakan leaders and members wishes you and your loved ones a Blessed Christmas. Greetings of joy to one and all. Read More »
A new era, Gerakan
22 Dec 2010, 3:44 PM
Gerakan supports the proposal for children to start formal education at the age of five but the authorities concerned must see to it that a proper mechanism is in place before implementation of the policy. Read More »
Don’t pass the buck, Gerakan
22 Dec 2010, 1:56 PM
On the use of plastic bags, Dr Teng said he agreed that there should not be an over-use but any action to ban the usage completely, especially when it could cause inconveniences, loss of income and affect the state’s economy, must be properly studied. Read More »
Act fast to prevent further loss of lives, Gerakan
21 Dec 2010, 3:14 PM
Gerakan has reiterated its call to the government to intensify enforcement of road safety laws and to impose heavy punishment against public service bus operators and drivers to help reduce road accidents that caused deaths and serious injuries. Read More »
Give fair allocation to respective schools, Gerakan
17 Dec 2010, 3:50 PM
It is imperative to lessen the financial burden of parents in view of the rising cost of living. In the past, there were schools which imposed exorbitant fees, and this created problems for families Read More »
History and Not Politics
16 Dec 2010, 5:07 PM
When Dr Ranjit Singh Malhi and Ng How Kuen made a statement a few days ago on how history textbooks are biased and littered with errors, the politicians immediately asked for these two people to be investigated. There must be a mistake; shouldn’t it be asking for the issue to be investigated? Read More »
Gerakan lauded the proposal to implement plea bargaining
14 Dec 2010, 7:33 PM
Parti Gerakan lauded the proposal to implement plea bargaining in criminal cases. It will help to speed up disposal of criminal cases as the backlog is building up to the detriment of the accused. Justice delayed is justice denied. Read More »
Gerakan: Quality of the Housemen should be ensured
13 Dec 2010, 7:28 PM
If all of them reaching the full capacity of students, by estimation, 4000 doctors will be graduated every year and this will bring the problem of a glut in housemen. Therefore, quality should be prioritised rather than quantity. Read More »
Penang Gerakan to continue work for the state’s economic growth
10 Dec 2010, 5:05 PM
Penang Gerakan will play its role to ensure that the state’s economy especially the Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) industry will continue to growth. Penang Gerakan state chairman Dato’ Dr Teng Hock Nan said the party can still play its role to ensure that the state economy does not fall asleep in this challenging time. Read More »
International Human Rights Day
10 Dec 2010, 2:22 PM
For this year’s International Human Rights Day, Penang Gerakan hopes that the freedom of speech, assembly, association, religion, education and equality as enshrined in our Federal Constitution will be upheld at all times by the Government and the People. Read More »
SME Dialogue with MATRADE Chairman
9 Dec 2010, 3:40 PM
The SME dialogue session is organized by Penang Gerakan Economy and SME Development Bureau, attended by manufacturing, trade and associations. Datuk Mah encourage all SMEs to participate in oversea and local international trade exhibitions. Read More »
Wanita Gerakan urges private sector to support 90-day maternity leave policy
9 Dec 2010, 2:39 PM
Wanita Gerakan has urged the private sector to support the 90-day women’s maternity leave policy to encourage more women to join the workforce and contribute to the country’s development. Read More »
“People First” as the way forward
9 Dec 2010, 11:20 AM
Speech By Gerakan President, Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon at The Barisan Nasional Convention 2010 on Sunday, 5 December 2010. Read More »
“Rakyat Didahulukan” - Arah Ke Depan
9 Dec 2010, 11:00 AM
Ucapan Presiden Gerakan, Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon di Konvensyen Barisan Nasional pada Ahad, 5 Disember 2010. Read More »
Be realistic and stop playing politic
8 Dec 2010, 12:02 PM
Penang is a State of its own within the Federation of Malaysia. The society’s plans are not realistic and may open a “Pandora Box”. It may also give rise to other claims including Thailand claim over several states in Malaysia. Read More »
Gerakan committed to economy
7 Dec 2010, 4:20 PM
The state government should inform Penangites as to what it had done for the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and manufacturing industries here since it came into power about three years ago. Read More »
Theirs is a miserable partnership, Gerakan Youth
2 Dec 2010, 3:24 PM
PAS wants to deceive the people into believing that non-Muslims will not be subjected to hudud laws. We urge Malaysians of all races to unite against PAS’ vision in wanting to turn Malaysia into a theocratic state Read More »
Stop issuing more licences, Gerakan
1 Dec 2010, 4:00 PM
Gerakan wants the government to stop issuing licences for medical schools until such time when the standard of our medical graduates can be assured. Read More »
Dr Teng: Political leaders should follow Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu’s character
29 Nov 2010, 2:40 PM
Penang Gerakan state chairman, Dr Teng Hock Nan believes all political leaders should embrace Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu’s spirit as a committed and resilient politician, whose ideology is to build a Malaysia free from racial biased politics. Read More »
Gerakan bids final farewell to Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu
29 Nov 2010, 12:25 PM
Members of Gerakan bid final farewell to party founder and a great statesman in Malaysia, Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu. During Tun’s funeral on Nov 28, the members follows Tun’s hearse from Dewan Sri Pinang to mark Tun’s final journey before he was rested at Batu Gantong. Read More »
A last glimpse of Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu’s final journey
29 Nov 2010, 11:52 AM
Members of Gerakan bid final farewell to party founder and a great statesman in Malaysia, Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu. During Tun’s funeral on Nov 28, the members follows Tun’s hearse from Dewan Sri Pinang to mark Tun’s final journey before he was rested at Batu Gantong. Read More »
Important Notice: To the funeral of Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu
27 Nov 2010, 12:35 PM
Members and friends of Gerakan are all invited to attend the funeral of our beloved party founder, the late Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu. There will be a Gerakan entourage to honour Tun Lim and to give support to Tun’s family. Read More »
A legendary statesman - Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu
27 Nov 2010, 11:00 AM
Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu was born during the month of an anti-imperialist, cultural, and political movement called the May Fourth Movement launched in China, and that was months after World War I ended. Brought up during a world that is in transition and transformation, which influence and mould the statesman who later became the father of Modern Penang. Read More »
Lebuhraya Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu
26 Nov 2010, 4:20 PM
Lebuhraya Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu stretches 17.84 kilometres, connecting Jalan Dr Lim Chwee Leong (late father of Tun Lim), passing by Komtar, Penang Bridge and Bayan Lepas Industrial Zone; the three testimonies to this great architect of Penang. Read More »
Important Notice: To pay last respect to Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu
26 Nov 2010, 12:45 PM
Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu, the Father of Modern Penang, will lie in state at Dewan Sri Pinang from noon today until Sunday to allow the public to pay their last respect. Read More »
Tun Dr. Lim Chong Eu, Remembered
26 Nov 2010, 10:00 AM
24th November 2010 marked the loss of a great statesman who has played a significant role not only in Penang but also in Malaysia’s history. Read More »
Loss of a Great Stateman (Tun Dr. Lim Chong Eu, Remembered)
25 Nov 2010, 4:00 PM
Penang Gerakan is saddened by the loss of the Party’s most respected founder, Sdra. Tun Dr. Lim Chong Eu. Sdra. Tun Lim, the former Penang Chief Minister for 21 years (1969-1990) was a truly distinguished politician of immense intellect, great wisdom and vision. He inspired us with his non-racial political ideology and approach in his political struggles. The late Sdra. Tun Lim was also one of Barisan Nasional’s founder. Read More »
A mark of respect
25 Nov 2010, 3:55 PM
Penang Gerakan headquarters in Macalister Road will fly the party flag at half-mast, as a mark of respect for the loss of party founder and former Penang Chief Minister Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu. Read More »
Important Notice
25 Nov 2010, 2:14 PM
Please be informed that all activities in Penang Gerakan Headquarters are cancelled until Sunday (Nov 28, 2010) as a respect to the demised of our beloved party founder Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu. Read More »
Lost our most respected founder
25 Nov 2010, 1:20 AM
Tun Dr Lim who set up the 1st Free Trade Zone to attract electronics MNCs to invest in Penang is rightly the Father of Industrialisation for Malaysia. He was also one of the founding fathers of the nation, having participated actively in the process of discussion on the draft Federal Constitution. Read More »
Allow election of BN divisional chairmen, Kedah Gerakan
24 Nov 2010, 3:09 PM
Kedah Gerakan has proposed that the Barisan Nasional discards its practice of appointing BN divisional chairmen in all the states and instead allow election of the chairmen among component party members. Read More »
Good to introduce Mandarin and Tamil for kids, Wanita Gerakan
22 Nov 2010, 4:39 PM
Wanita Gerakan has hailed the government’s decision to introduce basic Mandarin and Tamil lessons in all Tabika Perpaduan nationwide from next year, describing it as a positive move for the growth of the two languages and in the interest of our younger generation. Read More »
Penang BN Youth Deepavali Open House
22 Nov 2010, 4:30 PM
Penang BN Youth is celebrating Deepavali by welcoming everyone to the Open House at Chai Leng Park Public Hall 8pm this Wednesday 24th November 2010. Read More »
Penang Gerakan Condemns Penang UMNO Youth’s Involvement in Violent Protest
22 Nov 2010, 11:43 AM
Violent approach will not help in conveying message effectively. Furthermore, this will create hatred and worry among public, and will not help in Umno’s effort in rebuilding its tarnished image Read More »
Dr Teng: Revamped Bureaus to lead Party in facing future challenges
21 Nov 2010, 11:00 PM
Penang Gerakan state chairman Dato' Dr Teng Hock Nan announces that the recently reshuffle state liaison committee agrees to revamp and set up 13 Bureaus. Each bureau is set up to face future challenges and general election, as well as steer the party in its struggle for a fair and just society for all Malaysians particularly Penangites. Read More »
Oh: No to Violent Politics
21 Nov 2010, 5:15 PM
Gerakan Youth condemns Violent Politics, disregard of it is by political party or non-governmental organisations. Read More »
Gerakan nasihati Ketua Menteri supaya tidak membuat tuduhan kosong
20 Nov 2010, 12:30 AM
Kami cuma hendak menjalankan tanggungjawab sebagai pembangkang di negeri ini dan menyuarakan pandangan wajar kami terhadap rang undang-undang yang telah di bawah untuk bacaan pertama tetapi Lim telah menuduh kami sebagai sebuah parti yang pandai membuat bising. Read More »
Kerajaan DAP digesa dedahkan surat perjanjian projek negeri
19 Nov 2010, 11:00 PM
Dalam mengulas lanjut, Ooi berkata beberapa perkara yang dibentangkan di Rang Undang-Undang Kebebasan Maklumat 2010 juga termasuk beberapa bahagian yang jelaskan bercanggah dengan semangat kebebasan maklumat. "Kami amat menyokong kepada Rang Undang-Undang Kebebasan Maklumat itu tetapi semangat kebebasan maklumat umum itu mesti dipandang serius," katanya. Read More »
Take steps to prevent outbreak of diseases, Gerakan
19 Nov 2010, 4:43 PM
Gerakan has urged the PAS-led Kedah state government to take pre-emptive measures against an outbreak of waterborne diseases in the wake of the recent floods in Kedah. Read More »
Travesty of Penang State Government Democratic Socialist Principles
19 Nov 2010, 11:47 AM
“This is such a travesty of the basic tenet of principles the present democratic socialist Penang State Government - from each according to his abilities, to each according to his needs,” Wong comments on treating everyone equally and therefore will subject the poor and the disadvantaged to the same rate. Read More »
The triumph of good over the evils
16 Nov 2010, 10:33 AM
“Fight the devil, until we have victory, then celebrate together,” Read More »
Lift the ban, Kedah government told
15 Nov 2010, 3:16 PM
Gerakan has condemned the Kedah State Government’s decision to ban several media organizations from covering the three-day Kedah state assembly sitting, saying it violates freedom of speech and information. Read More »
Win-Win for Electrified Double Track Project, Penang Gerakan
14 Nov 2010, 4:17 PM
This hastily made stop-work order not only will delay the project unnecessarily but ultimately will be causing long term loss to the people and the nation Read More »
Penang Gerakan want Zahid apologise, retract statement
11 Nov 2010, 11:00 AM
"Despite our differences, all Malaysians are equally committed and no one should ever doubt or question our patriotism towards our beloved country," Goh said, adding that the lack of participation by Chinese and Indian in ATM does not mean they love the country any lesser. Read More »
Jemputan ke Jamuan Malam Sambutan Hari Deepavali
10 Nov 2010, 5:22 PM
Jemputan ke Jamuan Malam Sambutan Hari Deepavali Read More »
Jangan mempertikaikan semangat patriotisme kaum Cina dan India
10 Nov 2010, 5:20 PM
Parti Gerakan Pulau Pinang ingin menegaskan sekali lagi bahawa walaupun rakyat Malaysia datang dari latar belakang dan berwarna kulit berlainan tetapi kita semua komited terhadap negara tercinta kita dan tiada sesiapa pun harus mempertikaikan semangat patriotisme kita terhadap Malaysia. Read More »
Stop doubting our patriotism and loyalty to our beloved country
10 Nov 2010, 5:00 PM
Gerakan wants to reiterate that despite our differences, all Malaysians are equally committed and no one should ever doubt or question our patriotism towards our beloved country. Read More »
Use all means to recruit, Gerakan
10 Nov 2010, 3:30 PM
Gerakan has urged the Defence Ministry to exhaust all plausible means including soliciting non-government organizations and relevant groups to help recruit non-Malays including Chinese and Indians into the military, instead of pinpointing fingers. Read More »
Penang DAP govt fail to promote state’s tourism
10 Nov 2010, 11:30 AM
The DAP-led Penang government has failed to promote and develop the state tourism sector following a drop in tourist arrivals in the state. State Gerakan Youth chief Oh Tong Keong said the matter should be of concern as the drop in tourist arrivals happened despite Penang being declared a World Heritage Site two years ago. Read More »
Penang Gerakan disappointed with demonstartion held in front of DUN
8 Nov 2010, 12:15 PM
Dr Thor said the people who supported the demonstration also creating havoc, shouted and portray a violence behavior in front of DUN. "I know everyone has their right to voice their dissatisfaction but we should do it through a proper channel and it is important to do it according to the law and through a civilise way," he said. Read More »
Good to slow down escalation of house prices, Gerakan
4 Nov 2010, 3:28 PM
Bank Negara has announced with immediate effect the implementation of a maximum loan-to-value (LTV) ratio of 70% for people buying their third or more house, meaning those wanting their third property onwards have to come out with their own cash amounting to 30% of the value of the house. Read More »
Water charge increase burden Penangites
2 Nov 2010, 12:30 AM
Meanwhile, Wong also alleged that after the DAP took over the state government in March 2008, the profit of Perbadanan Bekalan Air Pulau Pinang (PBAPP) dropped to RM31.2 million in 2008 and RM14.8 million in 2009. "Is this decline due to the poor management of Perbadanan Bekalan Air Pulau Pinang (PBAPP) or are there other factors which we do not know about?" he asked. Read More »
The onus is on bus companies & operators, Gerakan
1 Nov 2010, 4:59 PM
Gerakan wants heavy punishment against public bus companies or operators when their drivers and buses are involved in road accidents that caused deaths and serious injuries. Read More »
Happy Deepavali
28 Oct 2010, 3:30 PM
Penang Gerakan leaders and members would like to extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones during this Festivals of Lights. May this Diwali bring joy and peace to you and your family. Read More »
SLC of Age Groups
28 Oct 2010, 3:25 PM
The new lineup will also provide platform and opportunity for the younger leaders as they are our future party leaders. Read More »
Dr Lim: Return of Gerakan
28 Oct 2010, 3:10 PM
We really cannot afford the time for internal differences; we have only one enemy (Pakatan Rakyat). Read More »
Gerakan welcomes All
28 Oct 2010, 3:00 PM
In its move to reflect Gerakan's ideology as a multiracial political party, Penang Gerakan will form at least one new "1 Malaysia" branch in each constituent, in the coming 3 to 6 months. Read More »
Wong: Together Gerakan moves
28 Oct 2010, 1:35 PM
"It is not the time for making differences, but unite and work toward people’s interest," said Sdra Wong. Read More »
Ong: Focus 13GE
28 Oct 2010, 1:30 PM
Party members should unite for to face the challenges. Read More »
Arrange Mah to meet Investors
28 Oct 2010, 11:28 AM
Penang Gerakan will arrange with Datuk Mah Siew Keong, the newly appointed MATRADE chairman, to visit Penang investors in mid November. Read More »
State Liaison Committee Reshuffle
27 Oct 2010, 2:55 PM
Penang Gerakan Chairman Sdra Dr Teng Hock Nan announced the state liaison committee reshuffle today. Vice chairmen are Sdra Ong Thean Lye who was the secretary then, Bayan Baru division chairman Sdra Wong Mun Hoe and Nibong Tebal division chairman Sdra Dr Lim Boon Han. Sdra Goh Kheng Sneah fills in the vacancy of state secretary. Read More »
Punish the errant officials, Gerakan Youth
26 Oct 2010, 5:28 PM
Immediate action must also be taken to trace the money back and given to only deserving students while the method in awarding the loans should be changed Read More »
Review entry guidelines, Gerakan
25 Oct 2010, 4:16 PM
Gerakan has urged the Sarawak state government to review its guidelines on the entry ban to the state, some of which are outdated and no more applicable on present time’s needs and changes. Read More »
Set up panel for media freedom, says Wanita Gerakan
21 Oct 2010, 4:00 PM
Freedom of information is also in line with the MSC Malaysia 10 Point Bill of Guarantees. Point 7 of the Bill provides that the Malaysian government promises to ensure no internet censorship. Therefore it is vital that this promise is fulfilled. Read More »
Prevent wastage of public funds, Gerakan Youth
19 Oct 2010, 5:25 PM
This is the kind of action we will take because if we have KPIs or targets set, we must be held responsible to them. Read More »
The Timing of introducing GST is critical, Gerakan
14 Oct 2010, 4:36 PM
Gerakan is glad that the controversial goods and services tax (GST) has been put off, saying it is a good move as the timing of the introduction of GST is critical in ensuring the smooth implementation. Read More »
Mengharungi Cabaran Dengan Pengalaman Dan Keikhlasan
13 Oct 2010, 12:15 PM
Gerakan4U keluaran kali ini telah mewawancara Sdra Goh Kheng Sneah, Sdra Wong Mun Hoe, Sdra Teoh Hang Chong, Sdra Oh Tong Keong dan Sdra Ng Song Kheng. Di antara mereka, Sdra Goh dan Sdra Wong merupakan bekas Ahli Majlis MPPP dan bekas ADUN. Sementara itu, Sdra Teoh merupakan bekas Pengerusi JKKK dan bekas Ahli Majlis MPPP, manakala Sdra Oh dan Sdra Ng pula merupakan bekas pembantu wakil rakyat yang kini diberi tangungjawab untuk memainkan peranan di barisan hadapan. Read More »
Give SMEs more incentives, Gerakan
12 Oct 2010, 4:47 PM
Gerakan hopes the government will give SMEs more assistance and incentives in Budget 2011 in order for the sector to compete on a stronger footing in the global market. Read More »
‘BIADAP’ PARLIAMENTARIAN
12 Oct 2010, 4:45 PM
It is a deplorable behaviour when Ibrahim Ali was speaking on his handphone comfortably seated down, when everyone stood up to observe a moment of silent in respect for YB Chong Ket Wah who passed away on October 9. Read More »
Justice for all, Wanita Gerakan
7 Oct 2010, 4:44 PM
No man or woman can be equal before law, if he or she is denied justice simply because he or she cannot afford to seek justice. Read More »
Voice: The Gifts of Liberty and Life
5 Oct 2010, 5:10 PM
As our beloved Malaysia needs ISA to continue developing and maintaining peace among all races, we must ensure that all the save guards are in place to prevent it’s abuse. The peoples or persons entrusted to carry out the duties must always ensure justices and freedom prevails and it is not enforce "Ikut Suka Aku". A blatant abuse was evident when ISA was used unjustly against a reporter for her personal protection. Such abuse will not be tolerated by the Rakyat and what ever flimsy excuse given would be seen as an abuse of ISA. Therefore save guards such as judicial review and enforcement for the correct reasons must be paramount in the review and amendment of the ISA. This is to ensure that ISA is not abuse for any other purpose than what it is meant for. Read More »
Rakyat Pulau Pinang Mahu Hidup Aman Damai
5 Oct 2010, 4:30 PM
Dalam sebuah negara yang berbilang kaum, budaya dan agama seperti Malaysia, sistem dua parti merupakan suatu badan politik alternatif yang diharapkan rakyat untuk mencapai kestabilan sosial kerana dalam parti-parti komponen BN dan PR, keahlian mereka terdiri dari kaum Melayu, Cina, India dan juga kaum-kaum yang lain. Kedua-dua barisan juga merupakan pergabungan politik yang berbilang bangsa. Read More »
Pakatan Rakyat Relevan Untuk Rakyat Pulau Pinang?
5 Oct 2010, 4:25 PM
Persoalan yang timbul ialah adakah sebarang masalah sosial dikurangkan? Ada tak kadar ekonomi rakyat mengalami perubahan yang positif? Kita masih kabur tentang sebarang program yang dilaksanakan oleh Pakatan Rakyat Pulau Pinang mendapat sokongan padu daripada semua rakyat di Negeri Pulau Pinang. Adakah tindakan yang dilaksanakan mendapat sokongan daripada rakyat Pulau Pinang. Jawapannya sudah tentu tidak! Read More »
Ketua Menteri kah Ketua Pembangkang?
5 Oct 2010, 4:22 PM
Inilah yang berlaku selama lebih daripada 2 tahun ini di mana Ketua Menteri asyik sahaja menyalahkan pihak lain dan sibuk memarahi orang-orang lain. Nampaknya, masa dan tenaga beliau bukannya digunakan untuk mentadbir dan membangunkan negeri yang sedang menghadapi banyak cabaran dalam arus pembangunan dan pemodenan. Kelakuan beliau menjadikan kita semua tertanya-tanya bahawa beliau adalah Ketua Menteri atau Ketua Pembangkang? Read More »
Masalah Penjaja Kecuaian Pakatan Rakyat
5 Oct 2010, 4:20 PM
Kejadian yang tidak diingini yang berlaku ke atas penjaja-penjaja di Pulau Pinang akhir-akhir ini telah jelas menunjukkan bahawa Pakatan Rakyat tidak mempertimbangkan kesukaran-kesukaran yang dihadapi oleh penjaja-penjaja apabila cuba menyelesaikan masalah-masalah mereka. Read More »
Mengetepikan Perbezaan Politik Demi Kebahagiaan Rakyat
5 Oct 2010, 4:15 PM
Tsunami politik pada 308 lalu telah mengubah suasana politik negara dan ramai yang menjangka akan menjadi sistem dua parti. Tetapi, pertengkaran politik yang berterusan dua tahun selepas Pilihanraya Umum lalu telah jelas menunjukkan bahawa masih terdapat ahli-ahli atau parti-parti politik yang mengganggu kestabilan politik dan membantut pembangunan negara. Sebaliknya, negara telah dijadikan pentas untuk ahli-ahli politik menunjukkan bakat-bakat mereka dalam bidang lakonan untuk menjadi popular dan mereka ini dianggap tidak bertanggungjawab kepada mandat yang diberi oleh rakyat. Read More »
Perlindungan Persekitaran Cuma Tinggal Slogan
5 Oct 2010, 3:45 PM
Perlindungan Persekitaran Cuma Tinggal Slogan Read More »
Koperasi Untuk Semua Wanita
5 Oct 2010, 3:30 PM
Tujuan penubuhan koperasi ini adalah untuk menggalakkan wanita menolong diri sendiri dan bekerjasama untuk meningkatkan pendapatan mereka serta mewujudkan peluang pekerjaan. Ini adalah selaras dengan Model Ekonomi Baru yang berhasrat untuk menjadikan Malaysia sebuah negara maju berpendapatan tinggi. Diharapkan melalui koperasi ini sedikit sebanyak dapat membantu kerajaan persekutuan untuk merealisasikan agenda pembangunan negara. Read More »
Combat corruption at all cost, Wanita Gerakan
4 Oct 2010, 4:03 PM
The nation needs corruption-free, qualified and talented Malaysians in the civil service. Those tainted ones should get the sack, face stern disciplinary action and be dealt with by the law Read More »
Bertanggungjawab ke atas rakyat dan parti
4 Oct 2010, 10:22 AM
Parti Gerakan tidak akan meninggalkan rakyat khasnya rakyat Pulau Pinang. Parti Gerakan dari dulu sampai sekarang, sewaktu melaksanakan tugas dan mandat sentiasa berpegang teguh kepada hakikat sebenar dan sentiasa bersifat bertanggungjawab dan ikhlas terhadap rakyat jelata. Read More »
Kepimpinan berpasukan dan pemimpin parti masa hadapan
4 Oct 2010, 10:20 AM
setelah Pilihanraya Umum 2008 yang lepas, Parti Gerakan berusaha dengan bersungguh-sungguh untuk mencungkil bakat-bakat muda dan baru supaya perjuangan parti dapat diteruskan dengan lebih dinamik, berimpak dan menyakinkan. Pada bulan Mei 2009, melalui prosedur-prosedur yang ditetapkan dalam Perlambagaan Parti, Parti Gerakan telah melantik seramai 17 orang penyelaras-penyelaras DUN dan Parlimen. Read More »
Bersedia untuk menghadapi PRU akan datang dengan berasaskan penilaian terkini
4 Oct 2010, 10:17 AM
Parti Gerakan Pulau Pinang yang kini merupakan sebuah parti pembangkang tidak pernah mengabaikan tanggungjawab sebagai sebuah parti pembangkang. Sebagai contoh, kesemua 17orang penyelaras-penyelaras DUN dan Parlimen dari Parti Gerakan sentiasa mengikuti perkembangan Persidangan di Dewan Undangan Negeri dan giat menjalankan tugas-tugas memantau pelaksanaan dasar dan pentadbiran Kerajaan Negeri Pulau Pinang. Read More »
Kestabilan politik akan menjamin pembangunan ekonomi
4 Oct 2010, 10:15 AM
Pencapaian ekonomi sesebuah negara banyak bergantung kepada kestabilan politik negara tersebut. Ketidak-stabilan politik akan menjejaskan pengaliran masuk pelaburan asing dan sentiment pelabur-pelabur dalam negeri juga akan turut terjejas. Kejadian sebegini bukan sahaja akan memberi impak yang negatif ke atas peluang perkerjaan tetapi juga akan menjejaskan pencapaian bidang SMI (industri kecil dan sederhana). Read More »
Membendung penularan fahaman perkauman yang ektrem
4 Oct 2010, 10:12 AM
Parti Gerakan tidak akan bertolak ansur dan berasa takut apabila berhadapan dengan pelampau-pelampau agama dan perkauman. Kami akan berdiri teguh dan membidas serta menentang sesiapa sahaja yang menggunakan apa-apa pendekatan untuk memainkan isu-isu agama dan perkauman yang ektrem. Parti Gerakan menyeru kepada kerajaan persekutuan yang di bawah kepimpinan Perdana Menteri YAB Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak agar mengamalkan konsep 1Malaysia dan mempergiatkan dialog dan interaksi antara kaum dan melihat isu-isu yang berlaku dengan lebih waras dan sabar. Read More »
Penang Gerakan SDC 2010
1 Oct 2010, 10:30 AM
Penang Gerakan SDC 2010 successfully carried out on 26th September Read More »
Youth and Wanita SDC 2010
1 Oct 2010, 10:11 AM
Youth and Wanita SDC successfully carried out on 25th September 2010 Read More »
Gerakan condemns illegal protest against a lawful forum featuring Namawee
29 Sep 2010, 8:19 PM
Gerakan is of the opinion that there is no necessity to stage a protest against Wee due to some unhappiness or different of opinions. Read More »
Speak up or the extremists will hijack the national agenda, Gerakan
29 Sep 2010, 8:16 PM
Gerakan has urged all moderate Malaysians of all races and religions to heed Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s call, to speak out and speak up against all forms of extremism. Read More »
Remove BTN deputy chief, Gerakan Youth
28 Sep 2010, 10:23 PM
Gerakan Youth today slammed National Civics Bureau (BTN) deputy director Hamim Husin for making derogatory references against fellow Malaysians like "si mata sepet" and "si botol", saying such remarks were uncalled for, unwarranted and mischievous. Read More »
State your stand on Islamic state issue, Gerakan Youth
27 Sep 2010, 10:03 PM
Each time when PAS raised the Islamic State issue, we hear the same old tune from one or two DAP leaders that it is not a Pakatan Rakyat policy. If it is not a Pakatan Rakyat policy, why on earth PAS keeps on harping on the issue? Read More »
Story First Revealed: Why No Toll Increase for Penang Bridge for 25 years
27 Sep 2010, 12:10 AM
Any toll increase will affect the body polity of Penang and become a “sensitive” political issue to political leaders in government, both federal and state. Gerakan4U (G4U) held a special interview with the former CM Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon (KTK) to understand why there has been no toll increase for the past 25 years was achieved and prospect for the future. Read More »
Hold consultations first, Wanita Gerakan
23 Sep 2010, 4:17 PM
It was previously reported that the Orang Asli community in the Temiar Village of Pos Pasik, Kelantan, had built a church halfway, only to be met with a letter from JHEOA last month saying that their application had been rejected. Read More »
Justice must be given to the victims of violence, Gerakan Wanita
22 Sep 2010, 5:26 PM
There is a need for us to teach our sons and daughters effective ways to express their feelings of anger and frustration. We need to teach our sons and daughters that respect is just a minimum. Read More »
“Being Malaysian first is consistent with 1Malaysia ”
21 Sep 2010, 6:57 PM
1Malaysia spirit that puts inclusiveness and social justice above race and religion Malaysian, would not make us less Malays, Chinese, Indians, Kadazan, Iban and etc. Read More »
Nazri’s “Malaysian first” statement resonates with Rakyat , Gerakan
20 Sep 2010, 6:58 PM
Nazri's remarks are consistent with the wishes and aspirations of the majority of Malaysians that the spirit of goodwill, friendship, mutual respect, understanding and co-existence of all Malaysians should prevail in the country Read More »
Kenyataan Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon
15 Sep 2010, 8:58 PM
Dengan adanya perpaduan negara dan integrasi nasional, negara kita akan menjadi lebih stabil, kukuh dan aman, supaya menjadi asas terpenting bagi mencapai semua matlamat Wawasan 2020, yakni menjadikan Malaysia sebuah negara maju dalam kesemua aspek. Read More »
Gerakan still best party to lead BN in Penang, Mah
15 Sep 2010, 8:54 PM
We have had achieved tremendous success for the Barisan Nasional, especially in leading the Penang state government after so many general elections until 2008. The record speaks for itself Read More »
Two cards are enough, Gerakan
13 Sep 2010, 5:56 PM
It was reported that in a bid to control household debt, Bank Negara will impose new guidelines to make it harder for consumers to obtain and own credit cards. Read More »
Support Stricter Credit Card Rules, Gerakan
13 Sep 2010, 3:27 PM
Banks should be stricter to vet applicants, especially those young people who have either just entered the workforce or who earn less than RM3,000 a month,” he said, adding that it was unhealthy to see some banks competing with each other with offers of gifts for more credit card holders without properly vetting the applications. Read More »
“What about us, Malaysians?”, Gerakan Youth
13 Sep 2010, 3:25 PM
Gerakan Youth today expressed shock over Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's latest statement on UMNO-Peraksa relationship, saying his comments have ignored the wishes and aspirations of overwhelming Malaysians of all races and religions who do not agree with a extremist body likes Perkasa. Read More »
Penang Gerakan Celebrates Malaysia Day
13 Sep 2010, 2:00 PM
Penang Gerakan will be having the Malaysia Day celebration and countdown activity on 15th September, from 10.00pm to 12.00midnight, at its headquarters. Party members and public are invited to join the celebration. The event will go on line to link with other leaders in East Malaysia and nation’s capital during the countdown. Gerakan President who is also the Minister in Prime Minister’s Department YB Senator Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon will be at the event. Read More »
BN must speak in One voice against Extremists, Gerakan
9 Sep 2010, 3:02 PM
Gerakan is glad that Umno secretary-general Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor has vehemently dismissed allegations that Umno has strong ties with Perkasa, the Malay rights group. Read More »
Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri
9 Sep 2010, 12:00 PM
Salam Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Maaf Zahir dan Batin. Read More »
It’s a noble effort by Bar Council, Gerakan
8 Sep 2010, 3:39 PM
Gerakan has come out to defend the Bar Council’s “MyConstitution” campaign to make the articles of the constitution easier for the public to understand, saying it is a noble effort to promote constitutionalism and rule of law in Malaysia. Read More »
Good to consult more on housing loan cap, Gerakan
8 Sep 2010, 3:37 PM
Gerakan vice-president Datuk Mah Siew Keong has welcomed Bank Negara’s announcement that there was no plan to implement the proposal to limit home loan to 80%, saying it is a correct and rationale step. Read More »
Sdra Oon, may you rest in peace.
7 Sep 2010, 5:26 PM
Gerakan founding member Dato’ Seri Oon Chin Seang, 96, has left peacefully at home on 3 September 2010. Read More »
Teng: DAP should make a stand on Islamic State
7 Sep 2010, 3:21 PM
“Lim Guan Eng must make a stand or accept that DAP supports PAS for Islamic state and Hudud law,” added Sdra. Dr Teng at his speech during the Nibong Tebal Division AGM on 22 August 2010. Read More »
Set up Fund to help abandoned families, Wanita Gerakan
7 Sep 2010, 3:14 PM
Women with broken marriages of all races suffer the same fate, and hence assistance should be rendered to all Malaysian women across the board Read More »
Online’s freedom of expression comes with responsibility, Wanita Gerakan
6 Sep 2010, 3:20 PM
Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) had every right to investigate and take action against online abuses such as abuse of religion, pornography, phising and sedition. Read More »
American Embassy visits Penang Gerakan
4 Sep 2010, 1:09 PM
Mr. Jeremy Nathan, the Acting Political Counselor at the American Embassy in Kuala Lumpur arranged a courtesy visit to Penang Gerakan state chairman Sdra. Dr. Teng Hock Nan on 25th August 2010. Read More »
Consider the interest of the lower income group , Gerakan
3 Sep 2010, 3:08 PM
Gerakan is of the view any preemptive measures taken must not and should not further burden the ordinary rakyat, especially those from the middle or lower income groups, from owning a decent and affordable shelter Read More »
Review of outdated rigid rules encourages Movie industry, Gerakan
2 Sep 2010, 3:07 PM
Gerakan welcomes the Cabinet’s decision to review outdated rigid rules pertaining to locally-made movies, saying it will encourage the growth of local talents and creative industries. Read More »
Reconsider the ban on “Gadoh”, Gerakan
2 Sep 2010, 3:05 PM
Gerakan has urged the government in the spirit of merdeka to be more open-minded and reconsider its decision to disallow the public screening of the locally-made film ‘Gadoh’ , which has yet to obtain approval from the Control and Film Censorship division under the Home Ministry. Read More »
Selamat Menyambut Hari Kemerdekaan
31 Aug 2010, 12:30 AM
Parti Gerakan Rakyat Malaysia (PGRM) Negeri Pulau Pinang dengan ikhlasnya ingin mengucapkan Salam Merdeka kepada semua rakyat Malaysia. Semoga kita dapat teruskan semangat muhhibah yang disemaikan dan berganding bahu untuk menyahut cabaran di depan kita. Read More »
Political Stability Determines National and Economic Development
31 Aug 2010, 12:15 AM
Today, we celebrate Malaysia’s 53 years of independence. As Malaysian, we have much to be proud of. We have seen the progress and development that this country has achieved since 1957. However, we are still unable to get rid of racial extremism and political spats. Racist remarks by groups and individuals surface consistently and are used as a tool for their own agenda without taking into account the sentiments of the multi-racial people of this country. Thus, the direction that Malaysia will head to if this racial discrimination is not resolved worries many, who are concerned about the future political and economic development of this country. Read More »
We are ready to present our views, Gerakan Youth
30 Aug 2010, 3:53 PM
Gerakan Youth is ready to meet Deputy Higher Education Minister Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah to present its views on the issue of allowing university students to participate in politics on this coming Friday. Read More »
Play Chess is like Living a Life, Oh Tong Keong
29 Aug 2010, 5:16 PM
Penang Gerakan Youth and Penang Chess Association jointly organized the Penang Chess Open Competition. Read More »
Sdra Tan King Chee: Jelutong Division is Important to the Party
26 Aug 2010, 7:04 PM
Jelutong Division is important to the party, because you contest all four seats under the Jelutong constituencies Read More »
Stop the racist statements by civil servants, Gerakan
26 Aug 2010, 4:28 PM
Gerakan has welcomed the Cabinet’s directive to government department heads to take firm action against civil servants who made “racist” statements that undermined 1Malaysia concept. Read More »
Meritocrats are Nationalists and not Racists, Gerakan Youth
25 Aug 2010, 4:57 PM
Gerakan Youth has rebutted fourth Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s description of advocates of meritocracy as racists, saying his views are outdated and not in sync with the ever changing global landscapes. Read More »
We don’t need Islamic law to check baby dumping!
24 Aug 2010, 4:55 PM
Yesterday, PAS Youth said it would launch a Nikah Gantong (suspension of marriage) campaign for Muslim couples aged 18 and above, if they did not have the financial means to bear or support a baby. PAS Youth believed this would help to reduce cases of baby dumping. Read More »
Buck up in the interest of the people, Ong
24 Aug 2010, 4:53 PM
Lim also liked to mislead the people by painting a wrong picture of the true situation. “For example, although Lim mentioned that Penang’s total foreign investment in 2008 was RM10.2billion, he purposely failed to mention that RM4.9billion in investment which took place in the first quarter of 2008 was the result of efforts by the previous Barisan Nasional state government. Read More »
Be truthful and make your stand on PAS’s Islamic state agenda, Gerakan
23 Aug 2010, 4:24 PM
since PAS is a key partner of PR, which also comprises PKR and DAP, the coalition should publicly and truthfully tell the people whether they support PAS’s ultimate agenda of turning Malaysia into an Islamic Theocratic State. Read More »
Let’s be constructive and not destructive, Malay rights groups told
23 Aug 2010, 4:22 PM
On the latest demand make by Malay Consultative Council (MPM) Malay rights group, that vernacular schools be abolished for a single national school system, Gerakan Youth reminded MPM that this statement shouldn't be made as it was seditious in light of Datuk Mark Koding's case in 1978. Read More »
Memahami Keperluan Rakyat Kunci Kejayaan Polis
22 Aug 2010, 10:00 AM
Kami mahukan orang awam untuk berasa selamat dengan kehadiran polis di kawasan mereka dan berharap penduduk setempat ini dapat berkomunikasi dengan polis. Polis tidak seharusnya menunggu mangsa untuk membuat laporan di balai. Kita mesti berusaha untuk mendapatkan laporan daripada mangsa dan ini adalah tugas pegawai penyiasat yang bertugas di kawasan tersebut. Read More »
1Malaysia concept is the way forward, Gerakan
20 Aug 2010, 5:26 PM
This consistency and steadfastness in our party's commitment to the non-racial approach are premised on the belief that there is a large section of our society whose political consciousness is Malaysian, and want political representation as Malaysians Read More »
Take Stern Action, Kedah Gerakan
20 Aug 2010, 5:24 PM
Kedah Gerakan wants the government to take stern action against the principal of a sekolah kebangsaan in Bukit Selambau, Sungai Petani, for allegedly asking several non-Muslim students to “balik Negara asal China.” Read More »
Racism must not exist in schools
20 Aug 2010, 1:10 PM
The saddening comment from the head of school is unacceptable and discriminates Chinese ethnic students. This shows the unbecoming qualities of the said principal and that part of the senior educators are still having an outdated racist mindset. Read More »
RENCANA: Bolehkah Malaysia Menjadi Muflis?
20 Aug 2010, 1:00 PM
Untuk mengemudikan sesebuah negara yang berjaya, pemimpin-pemimpin yang dipilih haruslah kompeten, berpendidikan dan mempunyai kepakaran yang sewajarnya semasa memegang portfolio masing-masing. Dengan ini, barulah Malaysia akan membangun dengan pesat dan mencapai kemakmuran dan TIDAK akan menjadi sebuah Negara yang mungkin muflis dalam tahun 2019! Read More »
RENCANA: Lesen Judi Bola Tidak Patut Diluluskan
20 Aug 2010, 12:50 PM
Sebagai seorang warga Malaysia yang cintakan negara, masyarakat, keluarga dan bertanggungjawab kepada agama, kita membantah sekeras-kerasnya lesen judi bola diluluskan. Judi adalah perbuatan yang amat bertentangan dengan semua ajaran agama. Ia adalah aktiviti haram dari segi syarak agama Islam dan bercanggah dengan tatacara hidup dan moral. Read More »
Baby Dumping: Help and Not Punish the Mothers, Wanita Gerakan
19 Aug 2010, 4:29 PM
instead of harsher punishment, it would be more crucial for all stake holders to jointly come up with a comprehensive framework to tackle this growing and alarming social problem. Read More »
Uphold freedom of expression
19 Aug 2010, 2:50 PM
We may disapprove what Jamaluddin Ibrahim says, which certain statement he made in the past sounds bias and prejudice against us, we will “defend to the death his right to say it”. Read More »
Relax rules to promote local Creative Industries, Gerakan
18 Aug 2010, 4:15 PM
some stringent rules if applied rigorously would stifle and not promote local creative talents and industries, including the one insisting that any locally-made movie must use more than 70% Bahasa Malaysia, otherwise they would be considered as a foreign movie, subjected to 20% entertainment tax. Read More »
Kenyataan Wakil PR Mengelirukan Rakyat Projek Pembangunan Kebun Bunga Kecoh
17 Aug 2010, 10:00 AM
Disebabkan oleh penukaran kerajaan negeri setelah Tsunami politik 2008, jelas kelihatan bahawa kerja-kerja penyelarasan antara agensi-agensi negeri dan pusat terjejas. Apa yang memburukkan situasi ialah exco-exco kerajaan negeri dan wakil rakyat kawasan yang sepatutnya memantau projek ini bukan sahaja tidak mengetahui dengan terperinci projek ini malah asyik berbalah antara satu sama lain. Tindakan mereka ini telah mengakibatkan pelbagai projek yang terlibat berhadapan dengan masalah. Read More »
Ibrahim Ali is in the dark
16 Aug 2010, 4:40 PM
Ibrahim Ali is terribly outdated. He is like the frog at the bottom of a well and does not see the speedy globalization taking place. Instead he is still talking of a protected socio-economy position which is outdated and has passed its sell-by-date. Read More »
Aspirasi Rakyat, Tanggungjawab Kita
16 Aug 2010, 12:00 PM
Gerakan4U berpeluang mewawancarakan Sdra Mohan, Sdra Ooi Suan Hoe, Sdra Ang Chai Kooi dan Sdri Hartini Tan Bt. Abdullah. Marilah kita dengar bagaimanakah mereka menjalankan tugas dan tanggungjawab mereka. Read More »
Bengkel Hak Asasi: Hak Asasi Lesbian, Gay, Transgender & Bisexual
13 Aug 2010, 2:53 PM
Satu bengkel hak asasi mengenai “Hak Asasi Lesbian, Gay, Transgender & Bisexual” telah dianjurkan oleh Biro Perundangan & Hak Asasi Manusia, bersama-sama Biro Beliawanis Nasional pada 10hb Julai 2010 di ibu pejabat Parti Gerakan Pulau Pinang. Read More »
Views Exchange on National Issues
13 Aug 2010, 12:12 PM
Penang Gerakan and mass media friends from China Press and Nanyang Siang Pao gathered for views exchange on 26th July 2010. Read More »
Meeting the grass root leaders
13 Aug 2010, 11:33 AM
Penang Gerakan state working committee had a dialogue with Seberang Perai grass root leaders on 25/4/2010. Read More »
Meeting the grass root leaders
13 Aug 2010, 11:26 AM
Penang Gerakan state working committee had a dialogue with grass root leaders from Tanjung, Jelutong and Bukit Bendera divisions on 31/7/2010. Read More »
Meeting the grass root leaders
13 Aug 2010, 10:50 AM
Penang Gerakan state working committee had a dialogue with grass root leaders from Balik Pulau, Bayan Baru and Bukit Gelugor divisions on 1/8/2010. Read More »
Bengkel Hak Asasi: Kebebasan Bersuara
13 Aug 2010, 10:47 AM
Fasal 10 (1) Perlembagaan Persekutuan dan Fasal 19 Deklarasi Hak-Hak Asasi Sedunia 1948 (di mana kebebasan bersuara diberikan jaminan), Fasal 10 (2) dan (4) Perlembagaan Persekutuan yang menjelaskan kebebasan bersuara bukanlah satu kebebasan mutlak telah diperkenalkan dan dibincangkan. Read More »
Drop saman ekor, Gerakan
12 Aug 2010, 3:40 PM
Further, the saman ekor could have been mailed to their old address and not having received the summonses, it is totally unfair for these people to be blacklisted by the Road Transport Department and other road enforcement agencies Read More »
Set up Royal Commission of Inquiry to Restore Confidence, Gerakan
12 Aug 2010, 3:39 PM
at the current inquest, serious issues had been raised which should be addressed to while testimonies by the relevant parties were not conclusive. Read More »
Forum: Where is the Local Democracy Ahead?
11 Aug 2010, 10:06 AM
Gerakan will not boycott, if the state government can make local election happen within the existing legal framework. “Gerakan already set up a special task force to look into local government elections,” said Sdra. Dr. Chin Fook Weng, who is heading the task force. Read More »
Kematangan UMNO Terbukti
5 Aug 2010, 8:25 PM
Pengerusi Gerakan Pulau Pinang Dato’ Dr Teng Hock Nan menyifatkan keputusan bekas Ketua Bahagian UMNO Bukit Bendera Datuk Ahmad Ismail tidak kembali bertanding untuk merebut semula jawatan tersebut adalah satu keputusan politik yang matang. Read More »
Sex education will inculcate healthy lifestyle, Wanita Gerakan
5 Aug 2010, 5:43 PM
teaching respectful relationships and sex education at schools, even at kindergardens level, would help reduce, if not eliminate, sexual violence. Read More »
Don’t pinch the people’s pocket anymore, Gerakan
4 Aug 2010, 4:36 PM
We should not directly or directly create a mentality among government departments and civil servants that they can increase charges and contributions, leading to a price increase mentality among the civil servants as well as businessmen, who may seize this opportunity to increase the price of their goods and services Read More »
Give Undergraduates A Say in Politics, Gerakan Youth
3 Aug 2010, 3:28 PM
as future leaders of our country, undergraduates must have a say in charting the way forward for Malaysia by taking part in political process. Read More »
Death Penalty Alone Won’t Solve Sexual Crime, Wanita Gerakan
3 Aug 2010, 3:26 PM
"Just to name a few suggestions, first, more concrete and effective measures must be taken to fix the flawed and inefficient investigating and judicial process. Second, as a longer term action, teaching respectful relationships and sex education at schools, beginning from kindergardens will not only save lives but reduce, if not eliminate, sexual violence," Read More »
Police should allow peaceful gatherings, Gerakan
2 Aug 2010, 3:52 PM
The police should allow the people to hold peaceful assembly especially within enclosures in order not to create a perception that Malaysia is intolerant of peaceful assembly and freedom of speech Read More »
The right for peaceful assembly should be respected
2 Aug 2010, 1:35 PM
Public should be encouraged and allowed to voice their opinions on the policy and laws through a peaceful mean. This is consistent with the spirit of democracy and inclusion of the people in the process of nation building. Read More »
The law should protect everyone, Gerakan
30 Jul 2010, 4:39 PM
Article 10 of The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) clearly stated that “everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him.” Read More »
Allow the students to decide for themselves, Gerakan Youth
29 Jul 2010, 4:05 PM
Restricting students in politics was tantamount to taking away a citizen’s basic rights. Article 10 of the Federal Constitution guarantees Malaysian citizens the right to freedom of speech, freedom of assembly and freedom of association. Read More »
Revoke circular that ban non-Muslim clubs, Gerakan
29 Jul 2010, 11:14 AM
“Our federal constitution guarantees freedom of religion and the first principle of our Rukun Negara also states "Believe in God", therefore it is improper to place restrictions or condition on anyone wanting to form religious clubs or societies in schools for non-Muslim students to learn universal religious values,” Read More »
Use Socso to cover Workers’ Medical Needs, Gerakan
28 Jul 2010, 9:48 AM
According to the statistics, 71 per cent of members of EPF who withdrew money from EPF were those with monthly income of less than RM2,500, while 17 per cent comprised those in the RM2,500 to RM4,999 income bracket, RM5,000 to RM9,999 (nine per cent) and the remaining three per cent made up of those with monthly income of more than RM10,000. Read More »
Don’t put the cart before the horse
28 Jul 2010, 9:45 AM
“We must not just “tinkle” only with the assessment system. Gerakan proposes that the Ministry of Education should review and revamp the curriculum and assessment system as a whole to promote the encouragement of creativity, critical thinking and competitiveness, and more important, to benchmark the assessments against international curriculum standards," Read More »
Retain and tap into our experienced talents
26 Jul 2010, 5:57 PM
“It is time for the government to devise a comprehensive national policy on Senior citizens that covers re-examining the current retiring age, incentives to retain experienced and skilled senior workforce, life-long learning opportunity, healthcare benefits and other pertinent aspects. Read More »
Sigh of relief for motorists
22 Jul 2010, 4:57 PM
Motorists, civil society as well as non-governmental organizations (NGOs) had strongly objected against the proposed introduction of e-Plate, as it was costly, troublesome and would increase the financial burden of motorists. Read More »
Call to revise Power Subsidies, Gerakan
22 Jul 2010, 4:55 PM
Government should renegotiate the terms with big corporations like IPPs to cut the huge subsidies given to them. Otherwise the rakyat will feel that they are being unfairly made to face the brunt of the subsidy cut and that can not be right Read More »
Ban extremist group!
21 Jul 2010, 3:00 PM
Perkasa is an extremist group which goes against the principle of 1Malaysia. It does not reflect the majority view of the Malays. It is led by only one independent MP who is not a member of any Barisan Nasional component party. Read More »
Gerakan helps students
21 Jul 2010, 2:45 PM
Penang Gerakan through the Legal and Human Rights Bureau has been assisting students in this matter. So far, 4 students, of which 3 are Chinese and 1 Indian have approached the party with copies of their application. Being a multiracial party, Gerakan will do our utmost best to assist these and other student if in need. Read More »
Give prosecution power to MACC
15 Jul 2010, 9:58 AM
“The MACC not only must be independent but more importantly should be seen to be independent in carrying out investigations and when there is a case, the person should be charged as soon as possible without fear and favour,” Read More »
Provide more details on healthcare scheme, Gerakan
13 Jul 2010, 9:34 AM
And what about the unemployed and retirees, those who do not have the money to pay the premium, those who do not have a fixed income, no more working or are self-employed? Will these groups of people be covered by NHFS? Read More »
PLEASE……Pakatan Rakyat, Walk the Talk!
10 Jul 2010, 2:00 PM
When they open up the speaker corner they proudly claimed that they are the first state government to allow the public the freedom of speech. However, the minute there is a criticism against the state government they are out in protest. Read More »
Need more comprehensive policy framework, Wanita Gerakan
10 Jul 2010, 10:13 AM
There were occasions when both the employees and employers were not sure what behaviors actually constituted "sexual harassment". Read More »
Drop e-Plate proposal, Gerakan
9 Jul 2010, 9:30 AM
We understand that the price of e-plate will cost up to RM150 each, compared with the present one costing from RM10 to RM30 each. There is absolutely no need to saddle motorists with additional financial burden. Read More »
Exchange of Views
6 Jul 2010, 5:36 PM
World Cup, movies and properties gets limelight from media friends and members of Parti Gerakan. Apart from political topics, the exchange of views is open to our daily lives. Read More »
UUCA and University Student Rights
1 Jul 2010, 9:43 AM
UUCA and University Student Rights Round Table by Legal and Human Rights Bureau Read More »
Health Awareness Campaign
29 Jun 2010, 4:35 PM
“Inappropriate living style contributes to health problems too.” Sdra Ong Thean Lye urge the people to adopt healthy life style. Gerakan Coordinator for Sungai Pinang, Dr. Thor Teong Gee added: “Those who found abnormalities should seek further medical help”. Read More »
Set up Independent commission on Education Reform
28 Jun 2010, 4:30 PM
The issue of abolishing exams is a serious matter and of great importance to our future generation. More importantly, the proposed abolishment of the two government examinations should not just be "stand alone" adjustment but rather should be made in tandem with overall education reform. Read More »
Get Down to the Field and Listen to the People
23 Jun 2010, 5:35 PM
“Community service projects are best place to get down to the field and listen to the people” says Mark Ooi, Gerakan Coordinator for Pulau Tikus area, during his visit to a community service programme by JASA and a local temple. Read More »
5 New Branches for Batu Kawan
23 Jun 2010, 5:25 PM
Gerakan Penang receives 1550 new members on 20 June 2010. The new branches, Taman Supreme, Taman Perai, Stadium, Taman Merak and Badak Mati, are like booster dose for Gerakan Penang after 308. Read More »
Better Connection with the Media
23 Jun 2010, 5:20 PM
Gerakan Penang invited friends from Sin Chew Daily and Guang Ming Daily to a gathering on 18 June 2010. The gathering provides platform to exchange ideas and views, both from party and press. Read More »
Gerakan Penang Against Legalising Sports Bettings
22 Jun 2010, 5:20 PM
Gerakan Penang against legalising sports bettings, not only football but other sport activities, says State Chairman Dato’ Dr. Teng Hock Nan. Read More »
Penyelaras Gerakan Bersiap Sedia
22 Jun 2010, 4:50 PM
Biro Latihan Politik Gerakan Pulau Pinang mengundang 6 penyelaras Gerakan mengambil bahagian untuk memperdebatkan isu “Haruskah Judi Bola Dihalalkan” pada hari Ahad yang lalu. Read More »
Free Consultation and Medication
18 Jun 2010, 12:20 PM
Senior Citizens and OKU are getting the consultation service and medication for free. Read More »
Capture the best of both worlds, Gerakan
16 Jun 2010, 3:40 PM
Our students at world top universities could learn more about other countries’ technology and this pool of international students when they return to Malaysia to work would be able to share their experiences and know-how with the local talents. Read More »
Use Socso and not EPF, Gerakan
15 Jun 2010, 4:15 PM
Gerakan has urged the government to take a re-look on the benefits of Socso and use the scheme to help people with critical illnesses, instead of asking them to use their EPF savings. Read More »
Visit Dato’ Seri Oon Chin Seang
15 Jun 2010, 12:15 PM
Dato’ Seri Oon, among the most senior party veteran, trip and fell earlier this year and had fractured his leg. Party leaders wished Dato’ Seri Oon a get well soon. Read More »
Govt policy must be seen helping all races, Gerakan Youth
14 Jun 2010, 4:15 PM
Gerakan Youth deputy chief Oh Tong Keong said today that Barisan Nasional government policies should not only help all races but more importantly must be seen helping all races and not just a single race. Read More »
Middle income group’s woes need to be addressed, Wanita Gerakan
14 Jun 2010, 4:10 PM
The people,especially those from the middle income group, have voiced their distress about the high cost of living these days and the government should put the people’s interest first by doing something about this. Read More »
Gerakan Youth slams derogative remarks
10 Jun 2010, 4:00 PM
Gerakan Youth today condemned Sri Gading MP Datuk Mohamed Aziz for labeling sundry shop keepers who planned to boycott sale of sugar, cooking oil and flour as traitors of the country, saying the remarks were derogative and disgraceful. Read More »
10th Malaysia Plan our only chance to shatter “glass ceiling”, Gerakan
10 Jun 2010, 3:00 PM
Gerakan asserts that the 10th Malaysia Plan (10th MP) is Malaysia’s only golden opportunity to lift Malaysia out of the middle-income trap and en route to a developed high-income country by 2020. Read More »
Basic third party motor scheme delay welcomed, Gerakan
9 Jun 2010, 2:30 PM
Gerakan Deputy President and Head of Human Rights and Law Bureau Datuk Chang Ko Youn said Bank Negara has put the people's interest first in listening to the public grouses and allowing more time for consultation, instead of submitting the proposals to the Finance Ministry next month as originally scheduled. Read More »
Malaysia’s human rights credentials at stake
7 Jun 2010, 3:15 PM
Gerakan Youth has urged the government to hasten appointing commissioners for Suhakam as a delay will prevent the national human rights body from discharging its crucial role in handling human rights issues in Malaysia. Read More »
Reconsider boycott and requirement of retail licence, Gerakan Youth
7 Jun 2010, 3:00 PM
Gerakan Youth has asked the Domestic Trade, Co-operatives and Consumerism Ministry to reconsider the requirement for traders to have retail licences to sell price-controlled items until the traders’s grouses have been settled amicably. Gerakan Youth deputy secretary-general H’ng Chee Wey also urged the Federation of Sundry Goods Merchants not to carry out its decision to boycott selling sugar, wheat flour and cooking oil because “the boycott will greatly affect consumers and rakyat.” Read More »
10th Malaysia Plan must be forward-looking, radical and inclusive, Gerakan
4 Jun 2010, 6:00 PM
Gerakan proposes automatic tax exemption for donations to all non-profit education institutions in the party's memorandum on the 10th Malaysia Plan (the 10th MP) to the government. Gerakan Vice-President and Head of Central Economic Bureau Datuk Mah Siew Keong said the party's memorandum contains forward-looking, radical and inclusive recommendations and suggestions from Gerakan for the 10th MP after having extensive consultation with various bodies and experts. Read More »
Go Green towards a greener 1Malaysia, Gerakan
4 Jun 2010, 4:00 PM
“Greening Malaysia is not just about planting more trees and reducing, reusing and recycling, it is much more than that,” enlightened Cheah, who added that more effective and specific measures need to be introduced to protect the environment. Read More »
Listen to people’s grouses, Gerakan Youth
3 Jun 2010, 4:30 PM
Gerakan Youth has urged the government to listen to the people before implementing "archaic" policies or rulings that will cause great inconveniences to the people, especially the petty traders. Read More »
Seminar: Freedom of Expression
1 Jun 2010, 4:10 PM
Penang Gerakan Legal and Human Rights’ Bureau, is organizing a human rights’ seminar on freedom of expression on June 17, 2010 (Thursday), 7.30pm, at its headquarters. Read More »
An act of inhumanity, Gerakan
1 Jun 2010, 3:00 PM
We should pray for the safety of all the people involved in the convoy and hope they would be able to return to their respective countries as soon as possible. Read More »
Push for NEM & Gradual Phasing Out of Subsidies, Gerakan
1 Jun 2010, 2:45 PM
Gerakan acting president Dato' Chang Ko Youn said subsidy is a distortion of the market and very costly to maintain and administer. However, the Government must go to the ground to explain the rationale in the proposal and Gerakan will assist the Government on such effort to secure the future growth and prosperity for our future generation, he said. Read More »
Don’t cut subsidies for Poor Student, Gerakan Youth
31 May 2010, 3:00 PM
“As such, we welcome the government’s noble effort to help increase broadband penetration in the country by giving one million free laptops to poor students of secondary schools. However, we maintain that the supply of laptops must be done through open tender,” he said, adding that no single company or group should have monopoly over the project. Read More »
Get close to rakyat
27 May 2010, 3:00 PM
Sdra Mohan and Sdra Ang Chai Kooi, the coordinators for Batu Kawan Parliamentary Constituency and Bukit Tengah State Constituency respectively, promised to serve the rakyat without prejudice. Unlike the PR government, Gerakan will prioritise the rakyat and economy. Read More »
Bengkel: Kebebasan Beragama
27 May 2010, 1:00 PM
Bengkel ini dimulakan dengan pengenalan Fasal 11 Perlembagaan Persekutuan dan Fasal 18 Deklarasi Hak-hak Asasi Sedunia 1948 di mana kebebasan beragama telah diberikan jaminan. Ia diikuti dengan pembentangan mengenai Fasal 121(1A) Perlembagaan Persekutuan, di mana bidang kuasa di antara mahkamah sivil dan mahkamah syariah telah ditelitikan dalam bengkel ini. Read More »
Memperkukuhkan Parti Dan Meningkatkan Nilai Diri
27 May 2010, 12:00 PM
Sejak 2008, terdapat banyak persoalan dan kemusykilan yang ditujukan oleh ahli-ahli kepada barisan pemimpin parti. Marilah kita bersama-sama mendengar apakah yang diperkatakan oleh Setiausaha Negeri kita, Sdra Ong Thean Lye, berkenaan dengan soalan-soalan yang ditujukan. Read More »
Abolish and not extend validity period of annual licensing, Gerakan Youth
25 May 2010, 3:00 PM
Gerakan Youth Deputy Chief, Oh Tong Keong urged that the government should abolish annual licensing altogether and not issue license for a period longer than one year as it is still a Damocles sword which obstructs press freedom. Read More »
Lim Guan Eng Mampu Menyembunyikan Fakta Tetapi Perangkaan Akan Mendedahkan Kebenaran
24 May 2010, 12:00 PM
Pada 2009, jumlah pelaburan hanya mencatatkan RM2.2 bilion, iaitu kemerosotan sebanyak 79% atau pengurangan sebanyak RM8.08 bilion. Selepas setahun (April 2010), kerajaan Pakatan Rakyat (PR) dan Ketua Menteri Lim Guan Eng membisu tentang angka pelaburan pada tahun 2009! Ini menunjukkan bahawa Lim Guan Eng cuba menyembunyikan kebenaran daripada rakyat demi memperkukuhkan kedudukkan beliau sebagai Ketua Menteri dan mengeksploitasikan usaha kerajaan BN yang sebelum ini. Read More »
Kekecohan Di Bawah Kerajaan Pakatan Rakyat
20 May 2010, 2:00 PM
Diantara sumbangan yang mampu diberikan oleh kerajaan negeri di bawah DAP, dalam tempoh dua tahun ini adalah hanya mengkritik kerajaan negeri terdahulu dan diikuti kerajaan pusat. Mereka sering menekankan pada pilihanraya umum yang akan datang tetapi tiada sebarang pembangunan untuk generasi masa hadapan. Read More »
Kerajaan Negeri Gagal Mengambil Iktibar Selepas Tragedi Perahu Naga
19 May 2010, 2:00 PM
Kerajaan negeri gagal mengambil iktibar susulan tragedi perahu naga yang telah berlaku beberapa bulan yang lalu termasuk tragedi di perairan berdekatan Lebuh Macallum yang menyebabkan lima pelajar dan seorang guru mati lemas. Sebelum kejadian yang meragut enam nyawa di perairan Lebuh Macallum, satu pelanggaran telah berlaku antara peserta dalam Pertandingan Pesta Perahu Naga pada bulan Disember tahun lepas. Read More »
Pakatan Rakyat Penumpang Pembangunan Barisan Nasional
19 May 2010, 12:00 PM
Kerajaan Pakatan Rakyat (PR) masih gagal membawa pembangunan yang berkekalan dan menaikkan taraf kehidupan masyarakat negeri Pulau Pinang selepas dua tahun berkuasa. Setiausaha Agung Parti Gerakan Teng Chang Yeow berkata negeri Pulau Pinang masih ketinggalan di belakang sekiranya diambil kira dari segi pembangunan dan kemajuan. “Negeri ini seharusnya terus maju dan pesat dengan pembangunan walaupun di bawah pentadbiran mana-mana parti sekali,” katanya ketika debat politik baru-baru ini dengan Ahli Parlimen Bukit Bendera Liew Chin Tong. Read More »
Ibrahim Ali “Shut Up”
17 May 2010, 2:40 PM
Penang Gerakan condemns utterly with remarks made by Perkasa President Ibrahim Ali with regards to the by-election result of Hulu Selangor and the recently concluded Sibu by-election, which are deemed to be seditious, racist and outrageous and in particular going against the Chinese community. Read More »
Seminar: Freedom of Religion
16 May 2010, 11:00 AM
Penang Gerakan Legal and Human Right's Bureau, is organizing a human right's seminar on freedom of religion on May 20, 2010 (Thursday), 7.30pm at its headquarters. Read More »
Karier Dalam Politik Bukan Sesuatu Yang Mudah Bagi Kaum Wanita
16 May 2010, 10:50 AM
Ng yang amat menyanjungi mantan Ketua Menteri Pulau Pinang Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu, telah menceburi arena politik seawal 1980an dan telah banyak mengorbankan masa untuk berkhidmat demi rakyat dan menjaga hak-hak wanita. Hartini Tan Abdullah yang menyertai politik pada tahun 1996 berpendapat kaum wanita harus diberi masa dan ruang untuk mengejar impian masing-masing. Michelle Yeoh Hui Hoon berkata hasrat beliau dalam menyertai politik adalah untuk meningkatkan kesedaran di kalangan wanita tentang kepentingan hak bersuara dan hak-hak dasar mereka sebagai pengundi. Read More »
SUARA: Dadah Dan Agama
16 May 2010, 10:45 AM
Para politik dan mereka yang mengelar diri mereka pejuang agama tidak patut membazirkan masa bertikam lidah siapa yang mempunyai hak muklak memanggil “Yang Maha Esa” atau berarak kesana-sini menggunakan kepala babi atau lembu. Segala kekuatan patut ditumpukan untuk mengatasi dadah yang akan memusnahkan akidah dan peradapan setiap penganut. Dadah tidak memilih agama, bangsa, keturunan atau kekayaan. Dadah hanya akan membuahkan satu hasil iaitu kemusnahan. Read More »
Women’s Pride
15 May 2010, 11:30 AM
Frailty, the name is no more woman. “We are to develop and exhibit our capabilities, show our wisdom and confidence”, said Penang Gerakan Wanita Chief Sdri Ng Siew Lai. Read More »
RENCANA: 4 Sebab Kenapa Pilihanraya Kerajaan Tempatan Tak Akan Jadi Kenyataan
13 May 2010, 10:10 AM
Baru-baru ini satu topik hangat yang sedang menarik perhatian orang ramai di kedai-kedai kopi dan warung-warung ialah cadangan Kerajaan PR untuk mengembalikan Pilihanraya Kerajaan Tempatan. Sebenarnya, cadangan ini bukan sesuatu yang menghairankan kita, oleh kerana cadangan ini memanglah salah satu daripada apa yang dijanjikan di manifesto Parti DAP semasa Pilihanraya pada tahun 2008. Yang menjadi tanda-tanya dan fokus perbincangan kita ialah mengapa cadangan ini dibuat hanya sekarang, iaitu 2 tahun selepas Pilihanraya. Read More »
RENCANA: Penguncupan Pelaburan Di Pulau Pinang
13 May 2010, 10:00 AM
Persoalan sekarang ini adalah sama ada kerajaan negeri telah sedar dari lamunan indahnya bahawa keadaan kini semakin mendesak dan mereka perlu merealisasikan janji-janji politik yang telah ditabur selama ini, dan berhenti menuding jari menuduh setiap permasalahan yang timbul kepada pentadbiran negeri yang terdahulu. Kerajaan negeri perlu membuktikan kesungguhan mereka dan merangka pelan tindakan ekonomi yang konkrit untuk membawa Pulau Pinang keluar dari kemelut ekonomi ini. Read More »
Dr Koh criticises both Azhar and Guan Eng
7 May 2010, 4:00 PM
Dr Koh said, while realising that Azhar wanted to defend the BN and UMNO against attacks by PR leaders, he has gone over board in a negative and destructive manner. “He has thus opened himself to further attacks by the opposing side, and damaged BN’s image as a moderate coalition for all Malaysians,” said Dr Koh. Read More »
Penang Gerakan condemns Azhar for his remark
7 May 2010, 3:00 PM
Penang Gerakan is utterly aghast with remarks made by State Opposition leader Datuk Azhar Ibrahim at the Penang state assembly meeting, which are deemed to be seditious, racist and outrageous. Read More »
Gerakan Youth renews call for review of Printing Presses and Publications Act
3 May 2010, 3:00 PM
Gerakan supports freedom of the press and freedom of dissemination of information as long as the freedom is not abused to instigate hatred or spread vicious lies or allegations that are capable of destabilizing our multi-racial society. Read More »
Gerakan slams IGP over threatening remarks
30 Apr 2010, 1:30 PM
Gerakan today slammed Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Musa Hassan for threatening to pull the police off the road in response to NGOs’ criticisms over the death of 15-year-old Aminulrasyid Amzah, saying “such a nasty response is unacceptable.” Read More »
Heed PM’s action and ignore Ultras’ voices, Gerakan
29 Apr 2010, 3:00 PM
All Barisan Nasional leaders must take heed of the Prime Minister’s good gesture in honoring his pledge and ignoring ultras' voices to punish the Chinese community for their lack of support for the BN in the recent Hulu Selangor parliamentary by-election. Read More »
Gerakan condemns Khir Toyo for irresponsible and dangerous remarks
28 Apr 2010, 6:00 PM
Gerakan blasted former Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Mohd Khir Toyo over his call for a revision of government policies deemed favourable to the Chinese. Read More »
BN’s 1Malaysia policies are for ALL, Gerakan
28 Apr 2010, 4:00 PM
Gerakan strongly condemns former Selangor Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Dr Mohd Khir Toyo for urging the government to make a revision of government policies toward Malaysian Chinese for giving poor support to the BN candidate in the Hulu Selangor by-election. Read More »
Safety of key-witnesses must be assured, Gerakan Youth
27 Apr 2010, 7:00 PM
Justice must take its course and key-witnesses should be allowed to give evidence and testimony without fear of their lives being threatened. Read More »
High level committee needed to study declining Chinese support, Gerakan
26 Apr 2010, 3:30 PM
“We need to ask ourselves why the Chinese support keeps on reducing after last general elections. Is it because some component parties in the BN like MCA and Gerakan are seen as weak and ineffective in tackling the Chinese community's woes? Or is it due to the perceived over-dominance of UMNO and the occasional racial statements made by UMNO leaders?” Read More »
No racial undertones in NTV7’s Editor’s Time, Teng
24 Apr 2010, 11:00 AM
The Prime Minister’s Department and the Prime Minister’s wife Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor should provide an explanation on the circumstances leading to the resignation of journalist Joshua Wong from NTV7. Read More »
Cintailah Bumi Kita Mulai Hari Ini
22 Apr 2010, 12:00 PM
Sempena Hari Bumi pada 22hb April, marilah kita bersama-sama berusaha untuk menghijaukan alam sekitar. Tindakan yang mudah boleh dimulakan dari banyak aspek kehidupan harian kita. Read More »
Wishing All Sikhs A Happy Vaisakhi
13 Apr 2010, 1:00 PM
Penang Gerakan wishes all Sikhs a meaningful and merry Vaisakhi. We hope all Malaysians will join in and rejoice this important day in the Sikh calendar in the spirit of 1Malaysia. Read More »
Teoh’s inquest: Justice must be seen to be done
12 Apr 2010, 2:50 PM
Dr Thor reiterated that in order for the government to reform the justice system, as well as restore the credibility of the Malaysian Royal Police and Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), the government needs to ensure the inquest is fairly carried out. Read More »
Of Local Council Elections and X-Files
10 Apr 2010, 10:00 AM
So you see, my friends, all these call for Local Council Elections is just a political gimmick to sidetrack the rakyat. On paper, it looks as if they are really interested in Local Elections. However, in reality it is not true. Don’t believe? Challenge them to do it within a year and see what is their response. Read More »
Is Penang getting any better since 2008?
6 Apr 2010, 11:00 AM
Unfortunately, two years later, things are not getting better. There is no continuation of development plan. Almost everything in the state is a standstill. Admittedly the Pakatan Rakyat (PR) state government has done well to “pull wool over the people’s eye with their clever publicity stunts and dramatic shows. Nevertheless the truth will prevail and their “ugly heads” will be exposed. Read More »
Turn Off Your Lights For One Hour
24 Mar 2010, 12:00 PM
It is our moral obligation to support the Earth Hour 2010 initiative. Read More »
Serve the people with humility, urged Koh
23 Mar 2010, 5:45 PM
In line with the 1Malaysia concept -- 'People First, Performance Now', the committee is needed to ensure that the BN coordinating representative are capable to serve the people. Read More »
Gerakan want explanation from state govt. over sudden diversion of state resources
21 Mar 2010, 6:00 PM
The state government should announce its State Master Industrial Plans within the next three months to help the state manufacturing industry, especially to the SMEs supporting industry who are fighting for survival in this competitive environment. Read More »
Editor’s Time
18 Mar 2010, 5:00 PM
As it was a political debate, there was no winner. However, the audience should be able to judge "who is a better speaker and who has the better substance." Read More »
Gerakan Veteran Celebrate Chinese New Year
15 Mar 2010, 10:00 AM
Gerakan Veteran Celebrate Chinese New Year Read More »
Lintas Langsung dari Editor Time
13 Mar 2010, 7:30 PM
Setiausaha Agung Parti Gerakan Sdr. Teng Chang Yeow, akan berbahas dalam rancangan televisyen "Editor's Time" dengan YB Liew Chin Tong, wakil dari Pakatan Rakyat pada 13 Mac 2010 (Sabtu), pukul 7.30 malam di Dewan Perhimpunan Cina Pulau Pinang. Read More »
Moving from rule of law to rule by man - a worrying trend in Lim Guan Eng administration
11 Mar 2010, 2:00 PM
Though Lim Guan Eng tried to justify that this new conditions were included to protect the State interest. If it’s so, the final power should be given by to the tender board or MPPP rather instead of Lim Guan Eng alone! Read More »
Don’t accept Zulkifli into BN, Dr Teng
10 Mar 2010, 1:00 PM
Accepting him into Umno and Barisan Nasional will not augur well for BN as a moderate and multi-racial coalition serving the interests of all Malaysians. Read More »
The People’s Needs Come First
10 Mar 2010, 12:00 AM
My daughter wrote me a letter when she was 21, complaining that I failed to attend her graduation ceremonies during kindergarten and primary school. Although you love your family, I strongly believe you love the members of the public even more. Read More »
Lim’s administration taken to task
9 Mar 2010, 3:30 PM
But what we want to question is the sincerity of the Lim administration. Their attempt should not come with any political motive or a hidden agenda. Read More »
Living Life To The Fullest Through Politics
9 Mar 2010, 12:00 AM
Her father even threatened to break her legs if she were to join politics at that time. Bearing this in mind, Hartini obediently complied and concentrated on her studies. Read More »
Modern Thinking Women To The Fore
8 Mar 2010, 12:00 AM
As a child, she admired heroine, especially Mulan who displayed great courage and determination. Another highly capable woman she idolised is United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Read More »
The people’s needs come first
7 Mar 2010, 12:30 AM
Talents of all kinds are sought after and needed for a political party to grow. From the blue collar workers to the professionals, even the illiterates; each and everyone has got their own unique, valuable way to contribute to the party. Read More »
Living life to the fullest through politics
7 Mar 2010, 12:20 AM
It is no longer good enough for women to be a good wife and a good mother. Let’s not all forget the fact that even the slightest increase in price in anything is all about politics. Read More »
Modern thinking women to the fore
7 Mar 2010, 12:10 AM
There are several challenges for women to participate in politics, and it is normally the 4Cs – culture, childcare, cash and confidence. Read More »
Rifle Range Chinese New Year Dinner
4 Mar 2010, 12:00 PM
Rifle Range Chinese New Year Dinner Read More »
Be fair in selection system, Wanita Gerakan
3 Mar 2010, 1:40 PM
Postings should be based on the needs, qualifications and suitability of the persons. For instance, a married woman with children should not be posted to a remote area. Read More »
Shame to mistreat senior citizens, Gerakan
3 Mar 2010, 1:30 PM
We sympathize with the senior citizens. They have the right to make further enquiries about the programme. It is a shame that they received such bad treatment. Read More »
Take concrete steps to counter El Nino, Gerakan
1 Mar 2010, 2:00 PM
Gerakan has urged the government to take concrete measures to counter the El Nino phenomenon which is getting from bad to worst. Read More »
Congratulation! Patahiyah
21 Feb 2010, 4:45 PM
Penang Gerakan will give our fully supports to Ms Patahiyah Ismail for her to play her roles and discharge her duties. Read More »
Play our role effectively for the people and the country
13 Feb 2010, 9:00 AM
Any politician who tries to use short cut or unconventional method to sustain any slogan will not do any good to the people and country. At this time, we should sit back and ponder how we can play our role effectively for the people and the country. Read More »
Ang Pow For The Poor
9 Feb 2010, 11:00 AM
As we usher in the Chinese New Year next week, we never forget the needy and are fully aware of the difficulties faced by the underprivileged of our society. Read More »
The Returning of Thaipusam’s Chariots
5 Feb 2010, 11:00 AM
The Returning of Thaipusam’s Chariots Read More »
Tamparan Ke Atas Demokrasi
5 Feb 2010, 11:00 AM
Demokrasi Dewan Undangan telah undur atas pimpinan Ketua Menteri Lim Guan Eng.Jelas sekali, Ketua Menteri Lim Guan Eng yang kini berkuasa telah sengaja lupakan maksud DEMOKRASI. Read More »
Penang Gerakan Chinese New Year Open House
4 Feb 2010, 11:00 AM
Penang Gerakan will hold Chinese New Year Open House from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Feb 15, the second day of the Chinese Lunar Calendar, at its headquarters, 139 Macalister Road. Read More »
Keunikan Thaipusam Memupuk Semangat 1Malaysia
4 Feb 2010, 11:00 AM
Pemimpin-pemimpin Parti Gerakan Pulau Pinang telah mengunjungi gerai-gerai yang didirikan di kawasan perayaan dan menyampaikan salam Selamat Menyambut Perayaan Thaipusam kepada semua. Read More »
Nasir has derailed 1Malaysia concept
3 Feb 2010, 1:20 PM
The Youth and Wanita wings of Gerakan have come out strongly to condemn Nasir, for his racist and provocative statement which can derail the 1Malaysia concept. Read More »
Nasir should apologise to all Malaysians, Gerakan
3 Feb 2010, 12:55 PM
Everyone must remain calm and get back to his senses, be cautious and don’t play into the hands of unscrupulous people who want to exploit the situation to achieve their political objectives. Read More »
Nasir Safar is the parasite of society
3 Feb 2010, 12:50 PM
Penang Gerakan strongly condemns the derogatory racial statement by Datuk Nasir Safar. Read More »
Kepincangan Kerajaan Negeri PR Menjejaskan Prestasi MPPP
3 Feb 2010, 12:45 PM
Yang DiPertua MPPP Sr. Tan Cheng Chui tiba-tiba memohon untuk persaraan awal dengan alasan kesihatan pada Nov 2009. Persaraan beliau adalah di luar dugaan dan telah mendatangkan perbincangan yang hangat akibat tindakan susulan kerajaan negeri yang kurang berketulusan. Read More »
VOICE: Allamak! Mother of god!
3 Feb 2010, 12:00 PM
What has become of all the good things this beautiful country stands for? Not too long ago Malaysia was held out to and by the world as a model of multi ethnic co-existence. We all lived as one which was far better than the 1 we see being bandied by all and sundry. Read More »
Berprihatin Kepada Warga Emas
3 Feb 2010, 11:00 AM
Objektif program ini adalah bertujuan untuk memupuk semangat dan nilai menghormati dan berprihatin kepada warga emas dan pada masa yang sama juga memberikan sokongan yang padu kepada industri perfileman tempatan. Read More »
RENCANA: Janji Manis & Janji Kosong DAP
2 Feb 2010, 11:14 AM
Sebahagian besar rakyat masih lagi menaruh harapan besar kepada Kerajaan DAP Pulau Pinang. Tetapi, jika pengotaan janji-janji dijadikan kayu ukur, sama ada DAP boleh terus diberi mandat pada masa hadapan, jawapannya tentulah TIDAK! Read More »
Satu Impian Yang Akhirnya Terjawab
2 Feb 2010, 10:00 AM
Beberapa hari sebelum permulaan penggal sekolah tahun ini, bapa kepada Sae Wang iaitu Encik Lim Tow Leong, bekas anggota Tentera Di Raja Malaysia masih lagi dalam perasaan bimbang dengan status kewarganegaraan Sae Wang. Read More »
VOICE: 2009 Pandemic A (H1N1)
1 Feb 2010, 11:15 AM
The signs and symptoms in adults are slightly different compared to children for those infected by A (H1N1). Adults manifest with fever, cough, weakness, sore throat and vomiting. Whereas in children, besides the above mentioned symptoms they may have diarrhea, altered conscious level, difficulty in breathing, dehydration and extreme irritability. Read More »
RENCANA: Ekonomi Pulau Pinang Membimbangkan Rakyat
1 Feb 2010, 11:10 AM
Kerajaan negeri baru-baru ini memutar-belikkan isu, memesongkan menyelewengkan pemikiran rakyat dengan mengatakan disebabkan tidak dapat memberikan sokongan teknikal (1000 jurutera) kepada pelabur asing. Alasan yang ringkas ini telah mengakibatkan negeri kita telah hilang sebanyak USD 3 billion dari pelabur negara asing. Read More »
Penundaan Kerja Pemuliharaan Tapak Warisan Dengan Alasan Politik Yang Tidak Bertanggungjawab
1 Feb 2010, 11:00 AM
Sering kali, Kerajaan Negeri PR memberi alasan kekurangan wang untuk melepaskan diri daripada tanggungjawab memelihara Tapak Warisan Dunia Unesco ini. Tindak yang tidak bertanggungjawab telah mengakibatkan ketidak puasan badan bukan kerajaan yang tertentu dan juga orang awam. Read More »
Thaipusam Message from Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon
29 Jan 2010, 4:00 PM
This is a time of religious tolerance, unity and harmony amongst the people. We must always treasure these values. Read More »
Penang a One-man government, Gerakan
29 Jan 2010, 2:15 PM
“Their coalition is a marriage of convenience to suit the purposes of their leaders and not of the party let alone the people,” added Dr Teng in response to reporters’ questions on the public attack by Bayan Baru MP Datuk Seri Zahrain Hashim against Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng. Read More »
Reverse gear for democracy, Gerakan Youth
25 Jan 2010, 2:45 PM
When Pakatan Rakyat was in the opposition in the state, they shouted the voice of democracy at every available opportunity but now “when they rule the state, they shut the door of democracy. Read More »
Malaysian urged to enhance racial unity to ensure harmony
25 Jan 2010, 11:00 AM
Malaysia adopts a system of democracy and freedom of religion. We have to respect one another to maintain harmony. Read More »
The Perpetrators are Enemies of the State
8 Jan 2010, 10:55 PM
Penang Gerakan strongly condemns those irresponsible and unpatriotic religious fanatics, who had attacked and damaged the place of worship in Malaysia on Friday's early morning. Read More »
Kami kecam rumah ibadat diserang
8 Jan 2010, 8:55 PM
Kami mengecam sebarang tingkah laku yang memusnahkan rumah ibadat, dan kami mengganggap tingkah laku sebegini adalah serupa dengan kegiatan pengganasan. Read More »




































































































































































