Supporting funds needed

DENPASAR: The government should immediately distribute supporting funds for campaigns which are particularly needed for small parties, the chairman of the Bali chapter of PNI Front Marhaen said Sunday.

The government has distributed funds of Rp 150 million for each party contesting the elections but the law also states the government should contribute campaign funds.

Made Komando, the chairman, said the lack of funds could lead to jealousy among parties.

He also brought attention to watch out for practices of money politics by large parties and what he said, was the reluctance of the government to take action, Antara reported. (anr)