Priority actions for addressing the obesity epidemic in England by Watson, F, Taylor, A, Rayner, M, Lobstein, T, Hinks, R

“…The Food EPI has proved to be a useful tool in developing consensus for action to address the obesity epidemic among a broad group of experts in a complex legislative environment.…”

Live wild animal exports to supply the exotic pet trade: A case study from Togo using publicly available social media data by Harrington, L, Auliya, M, Eckman, H, Harrington, AP, Macdonald, DW, D'Cruze, N

“…The findings of this case study suggest that a systematic review of social media activity could efficiently reveal significant insights into the otherwise undocumented global supply of exotic pets, directing legislators to aspects and areas where regulation is insufficient, and informing international and national policy change.…”

The governance of 5G infrastructure: between path dependency and risk-based approaches by Radu, R, Amon, C

“…Based on key high-level statements, parliamentary debates and legislative acts published from mid-2018 to 2020, we examine perceived risks and threats surfacing in the public discourse, as well as the main regulatory directions emerging in seven countries. …”

The lawmaking of national parliaments: rethinking Europeanisation patterns by Yevgenyeva, A

“…It is argued that the EU brings not only restrictions, but also benefits to the legislative activities of national representative institutions; and, in fact, the strengthening or weakening pattern of Europeanisation largely depends on parliamentary capacity and willingness to adapt. …”

Damages for misrepresentation by Niranjan, V

“…These provisions have given rise to difficulty principally because their legislative history has not been closely analysed. In truth, Parliament enacted section 2(1) in the mistaken belief that the common law distinguishes between deceit and negligence only for the purpose of actionability, not damages, but a mistake of this kind is conceptually distinct from a mistake about the conventional meaning of words or syntax. …”

Production crews: a study of welfare in the Malaysian film and drama industry / Noor ‘Aina Baharudin by Baharudin, Noor ‘Aina

“…Other than that, the attitude of the people in the industry, nonexistence of a legislative body, as well as non-functioning associations are also perceived to be the main contributing factors towards the non-provision of welfare and low pay rate for crews in the industry. …”
Get full text

A comparative study on the legal framework of EIA in housing development projects between Malaysia, India, Japan & Hong Kong / Alia Ilani Nasution Abdul Hamid...[et al.] by Abdul Hamid, Alia Ilani Nasution, Jamaludin, Muhammad Haziq, Lazan, Muhammad Raihan, Mokhtar, Nadiah

“…This study is to provide recommendations that may improve the legislative framework for EIA in Malaysia and highlights different jurisdictions of other countries that have different regulations, implementations and penalties in governing EIA. …”
Get full text

Hudud law: its validity and application in Malaysia (Terengganu and Kelantan) / Hazrina Zainul Azizdin … [et al.] by Zainul Azizdin, Hazrina, Kamardin, Nor Hafiza, Abd. Rahim, Rashidi, Syed Abdullah, Sh. Nurain

“…It should be noted that both laws have yet to be implemented, whereby the Kelantan Bill has yet to be passed by the State Legislative Assembly and gazetted as law, and the Teremgganu Enactment has been passed but failed to obtain the Enabling Act from the Federal Parliament to allow its implementation. …”
Get full text

House crow presence as unsustainable urban indicator? by Nurul Ashikin Alias, Halimaton Saadiah Hashim

“…Proper management of these pest organisms is one of the crucial issues that need to be implemented, perhaps even with stronger legislative measure by the authorities in order to avoid health problems to human and negative impacts on the environment, economy and livestock.…”
Get full text

Misinterpretation on rumors towards racial conflict: a review on the impact of rumors spread during the riot of May 13, 1969 by Al-Amril Othman, Mohd. Nor Shahizan Ali

“…It focuses on the authorities measures, inclusive of safety, administrative and legislative measures to control its dissemination. Finally, it focuses on the short, medium, and long-term implications arising from its dissemination. …”
Get full text

Islamic psychospiritual theory according to the perspective of Maqasid al-Sharia by Muhammad Afiq Abd Razak, Mohd Syukri Zainal Abidin, Muhammad Safwan Harun

“…This need is linked rather closely to the objective of legislating sharia law or the more popularly used term maqasid al-sharia in order to accomplish the good for all human beings. …”
Get full text

The role of female opposition representatives in the 13th parliament by Amirul Azam Asri, Rosyidah Muhamad

“…The opposition took an active part in acting as a legislative and representative force. It’s interesting to think that this study will interest and inform many parties more. …”
Get full text

Domesticating whatsApp groups: Indonesian women’s experience with misinformation and hate speech in the 2019 election by Wendratama, Engelbertus, Aprilia, Monika P., Novi Kurnia, Wisnu Prasetya Utomo

“…In 2019, when Indonesia held its legislative and presidential elections, WhatsApp groups had become the main source of the harmful content for Indonesians, with politically motivated content being the most received. …”
Get full text

Globalization and its impact on public policy formulation and implementation : case study of forest conservation in Sabah by Haijon Gunggut

“…The state's commitment to conservation was reflected by the various legislations related to forest conservation since the mid 1990s, but actual implementation suggests emphasis on financial gains. …”
Get full text

E-waste management: an emerging global crisis and the Malaysian scenario by Alias, Ahmad Faisal, Ishak, Mohd Bakri, Mohamad Zulkifli, Siti Nur Awanis, Abdul Jalil, Rusamah

“…Although the Basel Convention and other legislations were introduced by nations to limit the global trans-boundary shipment of the highly toxic e-waste, the illicit trade is difficult to trace and regulate due to multiple loopholes. …”

Healthy workplaces in Europe and Malaysia by Crawford, Joanne, Davis, Alice, Minhat, Halimatus Sakdiah, Baharudin, Mohd Rafee

“…It is estimated that we spend at least a third of our working lives in the workplace and the duration of this, due to the extension of working lives through legislative changes and increased pension ages, is set to increase. …”
Get full text

Communication of culture through Malay quatrain by Zainon Hamzah, Zaitul Azma, Abd Rahim, Normaliza, Che Su, Norizan, Omar, Siti Zobidah

“…In fact since the past years, quatrain is used extensively in some social and legislative councils, trading and also in the constitutional field. …”
Get full text

Financial disclosure of Malaysian local authorities: an institutional theoretical perspective by Anak Teruki, Neilson

“…The isomorphism comes from mimetic rules (regulations and legislations, the pressure from state authority), normative rules (professionalization) as well as mimetic rules (disclosure practices of other councils, and the influence of external auditor).…”
Get full text

Social and economic perspective of domestic violence during Covid-19: a comparative study of Maldives, Malaysia and Pakistan by Rasheedh, Khadeeja, Dastagir, Ghulam, Ambaras Khan, Hanna, Farooq, Mausooma, Saeed, Naima

“…Finally, this research recommends policy initiatives and legislative reforms to decrease domestic violence during this crucial period.…”

Gender Recognition Of Transsexuals In Malaysia: Charting The Way Towards Social Inclusion by Siva Subramaniam, Mageswary, Ahmad, Asmida, Mohd Yusof, Yusnita, Ramzi Sulaiman, Nur Fazini Asro

“…Conclusion: Proposals for comprehensive legislative reforms to set out guidelines for gender recognition of transsexuals in Malaysia.…”
Get full text