Better to hold GE15 next year, says PAS deputy president

PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man today said that the 15th general election (GE15) should be held next year to allow the government to focus on flood preparations this year.

He said there was no need to hold early polls, especially during the monsoon season when the country is expected to grapple with floods.

"I feel we should consider the fact that schools will be used as flood relief centres, so they are not suitable to be used as polling centres (in monsoon season).

"During monsoon, security forces will also have to go to the ground to help flood victims. If it coincides with polls, they will also be tasked with looking after ballot boxes and providing security for voters.

"So I think there is no need to rush in calling for GE15. I think the people are also against holding polls during the flood season," he told reporters after an event in Dungun.