Why has Sabah deferred the implementation of new by-laws?

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Sabah deferred the implementation of new by-laws because the proposed payment rate increases were judged too drastic and the authorities needed stakeholder engagement first.

Sabah has postponed the rollout of newly drafted and updated ordinances, including the premises by-law, because the previous payment rate was considered too low and the reassessed hike was viewed as too drastic. Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam, the Deputy Chief Minister II and State Local Government and Housing Minister, also said local government authorities (PBTs) must attend engagement sessions with stakeholders before implementation.
The payment rates were reassessed and judged unsuitable for immediate rollout
Dr Joachim Gunsalam said the previous payment rate was deemed too low. After reassessment, the proposed hike was considered too drastic, which led to the decision to slow the implementation process.
PBTs must hold stakeholder engagement sessions before the new rules go live
He said all PBTs must first attend engagement sessions with stakeholders. This requirement was presented as a necessary step that should come before the new by-laws are implemented.
Financial management is a major constraint for most PBTs
The minister highlighted that financial management remains one of the primary challenges facing most PBTs in Sabah. This context was part of the broader discussion during the PBT Kembara visit, which focused on understanding how PBTs operate and what constraints they face.
Support from the ministry is linked to PBTs having strong financial standing
Dr Joachim Gunsalam also emphasised creating new positions within each PBT to improve service delivery. He said the ministry will assist to the best of its capacity, adding that PBTs with strong financial standing would be able to increase staff intakes.

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