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THE Chairman of the Committee of the Whole House, Lord Tu'ilakepa, has ordered two of the People's Representatives to vacate the Legislative Assembly today according to Rule 49 of the Rules of Procedure of the Legislative Assembly of Tonga.
The Whole House Committee has successfully passed the Draft Estimates of seven government ministries, including the crucial vote for the Legislative Assembly's Office, following an extensive debate spanning over a week on the Budget Statement.
THE Legislative Assembly has today passed for the referral of the Government Financial Statements for the year ending 23 June 2023 to be discussed in the Whole House Committee.
Today, the Legislative Assembly paid tribute to commemorate the life and service of Nurse Samiuela Mafi, who tragically passed away days after he was attacked at Hu'atolitoli prison. Recognizing his unwavering dedication and compassionate care towards inmates and colleagues alike, lawmakers stood united in honoring his memory.
THE discussion on the Government Budget Estimates for FY 2024/25 has begun in the Whole House Committee following the second reading of the Appropriation Bill on Tuesday.
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- Chairman of the Committee of the Whole House orders two people’s representatives to vacate the Chamber.
- Whole House Committee Approves Draft Estimates of Seven Government Ministries, Including Legislative Assembly's Vote
- Government Financial Statements 2022/2023 to be discussed together with Budget Estimates 2024/25 in Whole House Committee
- Tonga Legislative Assembly Observes Moment of Silence to Honor Dedicated Nurse and Deputy Director of Fishery
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