MP Notes Government Aid for Vernacular Schools in Funding Discussion

An MP highlighted government aid to vernacular schools during a debate on funding for PASTI kindergartens. This underscores the ongoing discussion about equitable educational support.

Government Aid to Vernacular Schools

Dato’ Seri Dr. Shahidan bin Kassim, Arau — The MP noted that vernacular schools receive government aid. This point was made while discussing the lack of government payment for PASTI kindergarten teachers. He highlighted that PASTI teachers receive only allowances of RM500 to RM600.

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This parliamentary mention reaffirms the government's established policy of providing financial assistance to vernacular schools, including SJK(T).