Decentralisation Act

law_policy

Tracked since 2023-10-04

Since 2010-01-01

Decentralisation Act amendment Decentralisation Act

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Connections

0.90

Salience

Events

2025-11-15

Last Mention

Legislation being amended

The Decentralisation Act is a Maldivian law that defines local council powers. Recent amendments have restricted council authority in their final year and enabled Thinadhoo Island Council to become a City Council, sparking political controversy.

Role law

Affiliation Parliament of Maldives

Location Maldives

Network

Often Mentioned With

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Dr Mohamed Muizzu 7

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Maldivian Democratic Party 4

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People's Majlis 3

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People's National Congress 2

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President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih 2

Local councils 1

Civil servants 1

Ahmed Mahloof 1

Ibrahim Ameer 1

National Pay Commission 1

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Male' city 1

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Raeesge Javaabu 1

Topics

local-government politics decentralization mayoral salary salaries

Covered By

Maldives Republic 6

The Standard 1

Sentiment

😐 Neutral

43%

🌿 Positive

29%

🔥 Tense

14%

⚠️ Concerned

14%

Activity Timeline

7 events

Article Claim Quote

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President Muizzu asks citizens to vote for councils that stand with the people and the government

2025-11-15

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Velidhoo MP Claims Around 14 PNC Lawmakers Ready to Defect Over Policy Concerns

2025-08-08

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Fayyaz Calls on Muizzu Not to Ratify Council Amendment, Vows to Restore Powers When MDP Takes Office

2025-08-07

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President Ratifies Landmark Anti-Defection Bill

2024-04-16

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Legislative Amendment Clears Path for Thinadhoo Island Council to Attain City Council Status

2024-03-20

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Ameer Clarifies Inaccuracies in President Muizzu’s Statement on Local Council Staff Pay Rise

2024-03-14

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Deputy Mayor Takes Over Responsibilities as Mayor; Youth Minister Eyes Mayorship

2023-10-04