BY NED GAGAHE
Public are invited to have a say towards the dangerous drugs (amendment) bill 2025.
The Bills and Legislation Committee (BLC) of the National Parliament of Solomon Islands is inviting members of the public, civil society groups and organisations to make written submissions on the Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill 2025 currently before Parliament.
Chairman of the Committee, John Maneniaru said the Committee is seeking views, knowledge and experiences from individuals and stakeholders as part of its inquiry into the proposed legislation.
“The Committee hopes to collect these submissions as evidence for its inquiry and to assist in reporting back to Parliament,” Mr Maneniaru said.
The closing date for submissions is 4.30pm today, Tuesday, February 17.
The Committee will commence its inquiry today.
Electronic copies of the Bill are available through the Committee Secretariat via email or can be accessed on the Parliament website at: https://parliament.gov.sb/business/bills/
Written submissions should be addressed to: The Chairman Bills and Legislation Committee National Parliament of Solomon Islands
For further information regarding the inquiry or assistance in making a submission, members of the public can contact the Committee Secretariat via email or by phone on 24164 or 24323.
The Committee encourages broad public participation to ensure the views of citizens are considered during deliberations on the proposed amendments.
Maneniaru reaffirmed the Committee’s commitment to an inclusive and transparent consultation process as Parliament continues its legislative work.
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