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CMA amendments 'backdoor' move to bring 'fake news' laws, says LFL
Published:  Dec 4, 2024 7:31 PM
Updated: 11:37 AM

The proposed amendments to the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA) are a backdoor attempt to introduce “fake news” laws, said Lawyers for Liberty.

Citing the amendments to Section 233(1)(a) of the CMA, its director Zaid Malek said it was shocking that the government is reneging on their promise to repeal the clause.

“Instead, it has chosen to fortify and strengthen it...


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