Monitoring continues over problematic preschool in Permyjaya, assures MP
Chiew (centre) inspects a section of the Tabika Perpaduan Permyjaya's building, following complaints about electrical supply and faulty wiring.
MIRI (April 23): Monitoring is ongoing over Tabika Perpaduan Permyjaya, which has been identified as having infrastructure issues.
In pointing this out, Miri MP Chiew Choon Man said immediate action was taken, including initiating long-term maintenance plans and enhancing classroom facilities to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for the childen, more conducive to learning.
'I recently visited Tabika Perpaduan Permyjaya, after receiving complaints about the prolonged issues with the electricity supply and wiring.
'Because of these problems, the preschoolers were unable to attend classes.
'From the visit, I obtained first-hand information from the staff and was able to personally assess the condition,' said Chiew in a statement.
'After the inspection, I immediately engaged a certified technician to run repair works on the damaged electrical wiring in the classroom.
'This issue was temporarily resolved, and classes were able to resume.
'However, I feel that there is a need to upgrade the electrical system to sustain the learning environment. In this resepct, I will be working with the Implementation and Coordination Unit (ICU) and the Miri Office of the Department of National Unity and Integration (JPNIN), as well as the Miri Parliamentary Service Centre, to implement the maintenance works under the Miri Parliamentary People's Projek Mesra Rakyat programme.
'This would include re-evaluating the existing electrical system and carrying out comprehensive repairs, whenever and wherever necessary,' said the MP.
Chiew also conducted an inspection on Tabika Perpaduan Holiday Park, where he assessed the progress of the implementation of the Projek Mesra Rakyat, involving the provision of air-conditioning units and fans, as well as additional tables and chairs for the classrooms.
'As the member of Parliament for Miri, I sincerely hope that these contributions and initiatives would help create a safer and more comfortable learning environment for our children.
'Education is the most important long-term investment, and it is our collective responsibility to ensure that future generations have access to the best possible facilities,' he added.
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