PETALING JAYA: In 2015, Azalina Othman Said, the minister in charge of the prime minister’s office, claimed that the government has no established dress script for visitors to government buildings and institutions.
Since there are no laws or clear rules in any Act specifying dress codes, she said just government employees are required to follow clothing codes and that even those who are not in proper attire are obligated to serve the people are. She further stated that no one should be liable for imposing for rules on the general public.
However, the general public is also prevented from entering or using federal buildings and departments, allegedly because of the whims and likes of security personnel or service counter staff.
A person in short was given a costume to wear before entering the Kuala Selangor Municipal Council office in December of last year.
A 53-second film that just surfaced once more on social media showed the person wearing the costume after being instructed to do so by a security guard. In another tragedy in January of last year, a woman was denied access to a Kajang police station because she was deemed to be dressed badly. She had gone there after being involved in a highway accident to file a report.
Dr. Nik Ahmad Kamal Nik Mahmood, a professor of constitutional law, has urged the government to end the ban on dress codes and create a clear set of rules that apply to everyone.
” Visiting government offices has been denied entry in many cases because of improper attire.”
These problems have occurred far too frequently, they say. When such occurrences are reported or shared on social media, they cause racial and religious problems, stoking debates about extreme dress code enforcement in government buildings and institutions.
Nik Ahmad, the mind of the Council of Professors law grouping, said he supports a clear and concise dress code for government agencies and organizations.
People should adhere to one simple rule, which is critical. When the rules are in spot, if someone does not pursue them, the government can take action.
The government has no purpose to adhere to dress codes that are customary or customary of security personnel until then.
He did, however, stress that people should also have the mental clarity to wear appropriate clothing when visiting government buildings or personal offices.
” Unless it is an crisis, we must always be properly dressed as it conveys expertise and professionalism, and draws regard from others. There is no compelling reason to wear the same outfit to a government office as one would to a mall. I do n’t think a person’s cultural background should be a justification for not dressing appropriately when conducting official business in government departments.
In light of the country’s diverse historical context, Nik Ahmad added that Malaysians should display maturity and tolerance, particularly in terms of clothing choices. Secondary school safety watch Mohd Radzi Mohd Kassim, 57, said it is disheartening to encounter rude treatment from visitors, including some relatives, when advised on correct washing.
He claimed that being content to disrespectful behavior from customers impairs security personnel ‘ ability to carry out their duties and has a negative effect on the college setting.
” Visitors need to be aware that security guards are also members of the community and responsible for upholding attempt and health.”