Sacking reps will not trigger by-elections but weaken Bersatu in PN, say experts

Bersatu's move to sack its renegade representatives would not trigger a by-election, but would instead weaken its bargaining power with its coalition partners.

Experts interviewed by Malaysiakini said the six MPs and one state assemblyperson will remain as independent members if ejected by Bersatu, which will cause the party to lose seven elected representatives.

"If Bersatu loses these six MPs...