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Legal Aid and Public Defence Bill to be tabled next week, says Azalina

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Legal Aid and Public Defence Bill to be tabled next week, says Azalina

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The Legal Aid and Public Defence Bill 2025 will be tabled in Parliament next week, aiming to improve access to justice, especially for vulnerable groups. Minister Azalina Othman Said highlighted this as part of the Madani government's legal reform agenda. Additionally, mobile courts will be expanded to Peninsular Malaysia, following successful implementation in Sabah and Sarawak, to enhance legal access in rural areas. Funding for this initiative is expected to be included in the 2026 Budget.

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