Speaking to FMT, the former law minister said it was unfair to implement such a ruling as some traders may need to wear shorter sleeves to work.
“They (state government officials) just sit in their chairs and make rulings. What do they know? They seem to be more focused on making sure the women are fully covered,” said the former Kota Baru MP, adding that Kelantan never had such rulings in the past.
Zaid urged those unhappy with the Kelantan government’s ruling to voice their concerns and push the state administration to implement practical rules instead.
“PAS is a desperate party with no plans. Just make whatever rules. They will do things to remain relevant,” he said, claiming that Amanah, formed by former PAS members, would treat people with more respect.
Earlier today it was reported that the Housing, Youth and Sports Committee chairman of the Kelantan Government, Abdul Fattah Mahmood had said the ruling for women to cover up at fast-food outlets and night markets would be implemented next year.
The move, he explained, was to improve the image of business operators, as well as benefit the tourism industry in the state.
Fattah clarified that non-Muslim staff were not included in the new ruling but would be advised to dress decently.
This is not the first time the Kelantan Government has dictated the dress code.
Recently, during the fasting month, Kelantan religious officials detained over 20 Muslim women for either not wearing a headscarf or wearing outfits that were deemed too tight.