KUALA LUMPUR – Selangor could see a by-election following revelations that a state assemblyman has been issued a bankruptcy order linked to a personal financial matter.
The identity of the unnamed representative, believed to be from the opposition bloc, has not been disclosed.
However, Scoop understands that the issue involves the assemblyman’s financial status, which could have implications on his position as a state lawmaker.
The Selangor State Legislative Assembly Speaker is expected to provide clarification on the matter during the sitting on Monday (Aug 3), with the development potentially leading to a vacancy being declared and a by-election being called.
Yesterday, Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the state government is currently seeking advice from the State Legal Adviser before determining the appropriate legal or administrative action.
“We have received information regarding the matter and are currently consulting the State Legal Advisor. The Speaker may make an announcement during the State Assembly sitting scheduled for Aug 3,” Amirudin told reporters.
The matter has fuelled speculation over whether the assemblyman’s seat could be declared vacant, which would require the Election Commission (EC) to begin the process of organising a by-election within the stipulated legal timeframe.
The development comes amid heightened political activity in the region, with neighbouring Negeri Sembilan concluding its 14-day state election campaign ahead of polling day on Aug 1.
Amirudin made the remarks late last night after attending the Kuala Pilah Berselawat and Munajat Perdana Negeri Sembilan event at Dataran Melang, where he joined federal leaders in the final leg of campaign activities for the state polls.
If the Selangor State Legislative Assembly Speaker confirms a vacancy on Monday, the EC will be notified to initiate procedures for a by-election within the statutory timeframe.
The Selangor State Legislative Assembly comprises 56 seats. Following the 2023 state election, the government is formed by a coalition of Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Barisan Nasional (BN), which holds 34 seats, while Perikatan Nasional (PN) has 22 seats as the opposition. – August 1, 2026