KUALA LUMPUR: In this latest episode of Beyond the Headlines, the show examines the widely discussed status of the six Bersatu (opposition) MPs who pledged support for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Following the notice issued by Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul reversing the initial vacate order by Bersatu, the six MPs in question get to keep their parliamentary seats.

Political journalist Hana Naz Harun joins the discussion to provide the latest updates from the second sitting of parliament this year.

Constitutional expert Datuk Dr Shad Saleem Faruqi also lends his insights on the matter.

Other parliamentary updates are discussed with Suhakam vice-chairman Ragunath Kesavan, who shares his views on the child witness protection boost that was introduced.

Catch the full discussion on episode 47 of Beyond the Headlines on YouTube, @NST Online.

https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2024/07/1075504/beyond-headlines-bersatu-rebel-6-parliament-updates