44
SUHAKAM
No.
Date
4.
11 April 2019
Places of
Detention
Belantik
Immigration
Depot,
Kedah
Observation
Increase in Staff
The depot needs more staff to
reduce the burden of duties that
are handled by the existing staff
and officers.
Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
facilities
Fixing a CCTV system should be
prioritised as it can help wardens
control and monitor the cells and
entire depot.
Water Pressure Problems
The low water pressure needs
immediate attention as there are
over 900 detainees in the Belantik
Immigration Depot. The lack of
adequate water can lead to poor
hygiene and may increase the
spread of disease.
Special Necessities for Women and
Babies
The Ministry of Home Affairs should
allocate a special budget for
sanitary napkins for women and
diapers for babies to ensure the staff
do not have to pay for them.
5.
12 April 2019
Juru
Immigration
Depot,
Pulau Pinang
Construction of New Depot
The government has approved the
building of a new depot to replace
the existing one. The construction
expedited. The current infrastructure
is inadequate and could endanger
the safety of staff and detainees.