Decentralization

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Muizzu changes tune after restricting local councils

The government-controlled parliament amended the Decentralisation Act to abolish the atoll councils and prevent the work of island councils.

6 months ago

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"Govt candidates will blindly follow Muizzu's orders"

"The real problem is the policies. Not the candidates. There is a problem of policies rather than candidates. Decentralization cannot be implemented with a PNC government," he said.

7 months ago

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Muizzu changes tune after restricting local councils

"Govt candidates will blindly follow Muizzu's orders"

"Muizzu has stopped projects and continue to make more pledges"

No budget to pay salaries after three months: Shujau

Changes to law have halted council work, mayors complain

Muizzu ratifies bills to abolish atoll councils ahead of election

Baa atoll council announces protest in Male'

Muizzu denies imposing restrictions on local councils

Muizzu says "useless" atoll councils will be abolished

Council stops land leasing due to legal restrictions

MDP to go to court if Decentralization amendments ratified

Muizzu denounced for justification on restricting councils

Opposition leader urges Muizzu not to restrict councils

Committee passes bill to restrict councils ahead of elections

Less than 24 hours for opinions on bill to restrict councils!

Govt slammed for plan to restrict councils ahead of elections

Male' City Council by-election canceled with amendment

Court dismisses lawsuit to stop lease of Fohtheyo lagoon

Block grants shortfall to be covered through contingency budget

Concern over "unlawful" reduced budget for councils