Bar Council applauds move - NST

KUALA LUMPUR: The Bar Council was over the moon when the prime minister announced the impending formation of the Judicial Appointment Commission.

All the lawyers applauded loudly.

Council president Ambiga Sreenevasan said: "This is what we have been fighting for for so many years.

"We are all delighted with the announcement."

She said no one needed to fear the formation of the commission.

"We can act quickly. Everybody's concern should be addressed.

"The judiciary should be consulted and I am sure we can suggest the appropriate model for the commission."

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