SWCorp to Review Waste Management and Public Cleansing System in Penang
Cabinet’s Decision to Adopt Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Act 2007
The Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) will appoint a company to review the waste management and public cleansing system in Penang, following the Cabinet’s decision in principle to accept Selangor and Penang as the latest states to adopt the Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Act 2007 (Act 672).
Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow made the announcement during a Chinese New Year Open House event at SJKC Pai Teik in Nibong Tebal. He explained that discussions regarding Act 672 have been ongoing for almost a year with the Federal Government, and with this decision, SWCorp will appoint a company to review the waste management and public cleansing system in the state.
Assessing Current Costs Involved
The review is aimed at assessing the current costs involved in the waste management and public cleansing system in Penang. According to Chow, cost is a primary consideration in the takeover of this service. “This is to assess the current costs involved, as cost is a primary consideration in the takeover of this service,” he said.
Penang’s Conditions for Adoption
Penang had submitted several requests to the Federal Government as conditions before the Act was officially adopted. However, the matter is still under further negotiation and expected to be finalised this year. “The outcome (of the negotiations) will be brought back to the Cabinet, and if the conditions are agreed upon, the adoption of this act will be formalised, and the relevant companies will be appointed accordingly,” Chow said.
Act 672 Aims to Ensure Uniformity
Act 672 aims to ensure uniformity in laws governing the control and regulation of solid waste management and public cleansing. The Act was first introduced in 2007 to ensure that all states in Malaysia adopt a uniform approach to solid waste management and public cleansing.
Next Steps
The matter is now under detailed negotiations, and the outcome is expected to be brought back to the Cabinet for final approval. If the conditions are agreed upon, the adoption of Act 672 will be formalised, and the relevant companies will be appointed accordingly.
Conclusion
The adoption of Act 672 is a significant step towards ensuring uniformity in solid waste management and public cleansing in Penang. The review of the waste management and public cleansing system in Penang will help to identify areas for improvement and ensure that the service is provided efficiently and effectively.
FAQs
Q: What is the Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Act 2007 (Act 672)?
A: Act 672 is a law that aims to ensure uniformity in laws governing the control and regulation of solid waste management and public cleansing in Malaysia.
Q: Why is Penang adopting Act 672?
A: Penang is adopting Act 672 to ensure uniformity in solid waste management and public cleansing in the state.
Q: What is the next step in the adoption process?
A: The matter is now under detailed negotiations, and the outcome is expected to be brought back to the Cabinet for final approval.
Q: What is the purpose of the review of the waste management and public cleansing system in Penang?
A: The review is aimed at assessing the current costs involved in the waste management and public cleansing system in Penang.