General : Head of dept responsible for implementing court order on alimony payments

General : Head of dept responsible for implementing court order on alimony payments – PSD

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By Samantha Allen

Published: April 5, 2022 | 6:48 PM

The head of the department is responsible for taking action on any order, especially instruction on salary deduction that is decided by the Syariah Court against civil servants under their supervision, specifically in terms of alimony payments.

Through a circular signed by Public Service Department (PSD) director-general Datuk Seri Mohd Shafiq Abdullah today, the move is in line with the government’s intention to safeguard the welfare of women and children affected by divorce issues.

“Subject to its acceptance by the respective authorities, this directive, as a whole, is extended to all state civil services, statutory bodies and local authorities,” he said.

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On March 8, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, in his speech officiating the Women’s Day celebration, announced that in a bid to help women affected by divorce problems, the government has amended the Financial Services Act which allows the husband’s bank account to be frozen following a court order.

In line with this, banks are allowed to make payments from the husband’s frozen account to the wife if the wife makes a claim in court and this method is known as ‘Hiwalah’.

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About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.