'How's the zoo?': Deputy speaker tells MPs to behave
Ramli Mohd Nor reminds MPs of the code of ethics while they are in the Dewan Rakyat.
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Deputy Dewan Rakyat Speaker Ramli Mohd Nor today urged MPs to maintain good conduct to prevent negative perceptions among the public.
Sharing his experience at a restaurant yesterday, Ramli said he was approached by customers who equated the Parliament sitting to a zoo.
"I would like to remind you of the code of ethics when you are in the Dewan Rakyat as the session is being aired live.
"Yesterday I went to a mamak restaurant, the customers recognised me (and asked) YB, how is the zoo (Parliament)... I was surprised.
"That’s the impression of the people out there. So I would like to remind you to hold on to your ethics and virtue," he said after the question and answer session at the Dewan Rakyat today.
Ramli also reprimanded MPs who have "small meetings" during Dewan Rakyat sessions.
He said Dewan Rakyat Standing Order 41 (e) stipulates that when one MP speaks, all other members shall remain silent and not interfere in a discourteous manner.
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