Gov't to discuss heavier punishment for drunk drivers - minister

BernamaPublished: May 3, 2020 3:00 PM | Updated: May 4, 2020 1:01 AM

CORONAVIRUS | The Home Ministry will hold discussions with the Transport Ministry on how the Road Transport Act 1987 can be strengthened to mete out heavier punishment on drunk drivers.

Home Minister Hamzah Zainuddin both ministries will hold discussions to determine if the heavier penalties should be in the form of fines or imprisonment.

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