Remove PM's role in appointment and elevation of judges
The constitution and the Judicial Appointments Commission Act 2009 must be amended to remove the prime minister's role in this regard.
Improvements, amendments to judges appointment body welcome, says chief justice
Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat says the provisions related to the appointment of judges in the Federal Constitution must also be examined.
Lawyer urges immediate response to rulers' call on PM's appointment of judges
Haniff Khatri Abdulla says the suggestion will remain only an idea if action is not taken to amend the existing laws.
Bar backs call to clip PM's power in appointing judges
The Malaysian Bar says the appointment of judges should always be free from the influence of the executive.
Malay rulers propose PM stay out of judges appointment body
They say a more balanced membership is needed so that appointments are not biased.
