KOTA KINABALU, May 10 -- Absenteeism, unauthorised leave and uncertified sick leave are among the most common offenses committed by civil servants, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar revealed.

Speaking at the Jelajah Taat Setia Madani Sabah programme yesterday, Shamsul Azri warned that department heads who fail to address or conceal integrity violations will face disciplinary action, including demerit points.

"Governance-related offenses, for instance, carry a 15 per cent demerit penalty," he said. "However, the number of offenders remains low - less than 10 per cent of civil servants. The most frequent violations include unauthorised overseas travel and uncertified sick leave."

The Jelajah Taat Setia Mada...