BY NED GAGAHE
The National Parliament of Solomon Islands is set to host a one-day course on Parliamentary Roles and Processes to assist journalists in covering parliamentary proceedings and to help them better understand the fundamental processes of Parliament.
The training will be held at the Mendana Hotel on Monday, 16th June 2025.
Philemon Loe, Principal Media and Communications Officer, said the one-day course is a brief overview designed to support journalists in reporting on parliamentary activities more effectively.
“We see this as a very important component of our ongoing efforts to create and develop a well-versed and professional Press Gallery for 2026 and beyond,” Mr. Loe stated.
Topics to be covered Include:
- Roles and Functions of Standing Select Committees
- Roles and Functions of Special Select Committees
- The Lawmaking Process (General Overview)
- From National Policy to a Bill
- Structure of a Bill
- Debating Bills in Parliament – Rules of Debate
- Motions vs Bills – Key Differences
- Understanding the Enactment Formula
- Application and Implementation of Legislation
Those nominated (media organizations) to attend will be considered designated Parliamentary Political Reporters.
The program is supported by the Westminster Foundation for Democracy.
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