Committee lays bare tough rules on MPs' dress code, reports
The Committee on Rules, Privileges and Discipline has made strict proposals for the dress code of Members of Parliament (MPs).
Presented by the chairperson, Hon. Abdu Katuntu, during the plenary sitting on Wednesday, 05 February 2025, the…
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MPs propose to reallocate RAPEX monies to ministries
Parliament has passed a motion that if approved, will see funds reallocated to ministries from agencies affected by the Rationalisation of Government Agencies and Public Expenditure (RAPEX) in a bid to ensure continuity of service.
The…
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Too Early to Count Savings from Agency Mergers – Minister Musasizi
Government is yet to confirm the savings that have accrued from the rationalisation of agencies, a minister has told Parliament.
The Minister of State for Finance, Planning, and Economic Development (General Duties), Hon. Henry Musasizi,…
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‘Gov’t implementing Supreme Court orders on court martial’
The Attorney General, Hon. Kiryowa Kiwanuka has told Parliament that he government has started implementing the recent Supreme Court orders on trial of civilians in the General Court Martial.
Kiryowa Kiwanuka said that they have also…
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Table law to protect consumers – Tayebwa
The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa directed the Attorney General to present an update to the House on the progress of a proposed Consumer Protection law.
This followed concerns by some legislators over the manner in which financial…
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Mitooma to get mini hydropower plant
The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa, has said that unreliable and expensive electricity has limited opportunities for businesses, schools, health facilities and households around the country.
Tayebwa made these remarks as he officiated at…
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Gov’t to prioritise debt management and economic growth
Government will prioritise debt management, domestic revenue mobilisation, and economic transformation in the next financial year.
This revelation was made by the State Minister for Finance (General Duties), Hon. Henry Musasizi, while…
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MPs reject free Bunyoro varsity land over Shs4.9B demand for pine trees
Members of Parliament (MPs) have discouraged government from acquiring land for Bunyoro University at Shs4.9 billion.
The 100 acres of land in question is located in Buhimba Town Council, Hoima City and was offered to government by Dr Henry…
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