Tag: Parliament
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Botswana: Gaolathe Commends Parliament Ntlo Ya Dikgosi Staff at Christmas Gathering
Overview of the commendation In a display of appreciation and national service, Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe commended the staff of the Parliament of Botswana and Ntlo Ya Dikgosi for their selflessness and unwavering commitment to serving the nation. The remarks came during a Christmas party held to celebrate the season and recognize the hard work…
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Parliament Winter Session Day 15 Highlights: A Stormy Session Concludes
Overview: A stormy finale to the winter session The 269th Session of the Rajya Sabha has drawn to a close after a testing stretch filled with intense debates, procedural twists, and a determined push for legislative business. Clocking in at about 92 hours of functioning, the session achieved a notable productivity of 121%, underscoring the…
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Botswana Parliament Staff Honored by Vice President Gaolathe for Selfless Service
H2: Botswana Parliament staff praised for dedication to public service Praising a culture of service to the nation, Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe commended the staff of the Parliament of Botswana and the Ntlo Ya Dikgosi during a festive Christmas party. The gathering, held in Tlokweng, was set against the close of another year of parliamentary…
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Parliament Winter Session Day 15 Highlights: A Stormy Session Concludes with Record Productivity
Day 15 Highlights: A Winter Session That Defied the Storm The 269th Session of the Rajya Sabha concluded after a marathon run of approximately 92 hours of parliamentary proceedings, delivering a productivity score of 121%. This “stormy” winter session — marked by intense debates and urgent legislations — underscored a determined drive to functionalize governance…
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Australia launches sweeping gun buyback as Bondi victims are mourned
Australia rolls out sweeping gun buyback as nation mourns Bondi victims In a decisive move to curb gun violence, the Australian government announced on February 19 a nationwide buyback scheme aimed at getting guns off the streets. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the program would be expansive, practical, and supported by robust compensation, signaling a…
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Muha vows disciplined, people-focused National Council
Muha promises disciplined, people-centered leadership as seventh National Council begins term The newly re-elected chairperson of the National Council, Lukas Muha, has outlined a clear roadmap for the body as it enters its five-year term. In a ceremony that underscored the chamber’s commitment to decorum and practical governance, Muha pledged to uphold the house rules,…
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Women Still Underrepresented in Namibia’s National Council
Gender parity on Namibia’s National Council remains elusive Namibia’s National Council continues to reflect a gender gap, with women accounting for only seven of the 42 members. The figure marks a slight improvement from the previous term but underscores persistent underrepresentation at the national level. National Council secretary Tousy Namiseb confirmed the statistics this week,…
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Labour’s Andrew Gwynne: No Plans to Quit Seat Amid Burnham Coup
Intro: A clear denial amid leadership speculation Labour MP Andrew Gwynne has dismissed whispers that he might resign his parliamentary seat as part of a wider maneuver to empower Andy Burnham against party leader Keir Starmer. Describing the reports as “idle speculation,” Gwynne asserted that he has no intention of stepping down or swapping seats…
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Burnham Aims for MP Return to Challenge Starmer in Labour Leadership Line-up
London, Manchester, and a possible parliamentary bid Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, is reportedly plotting a return to Parliament as early as next summer in order to mount a direct challenge to Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer. The plan, described by multiple sources close to the negotiations, would position Burnham to contest a…
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Burnham lining up return as MP to challenge Starmer: what it means for Labour
Introduction: A potential reshuffle in Labour? The political chatter surrounding Andy Burnham, the long-serving Mayor of Greater Manchester, has intensified with fresh reports that he hopes to return to Parliament by next summer. According to close observers, Burnham is nearing a deal to stand in a safe Labour seat, positioning him to directly challenge Sir…