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Decentralization Act

Decentralization Act

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Tracked since 2024-11-06

Decentralization Act
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Legislation governing local councils; being amended to resize councils.

The Decentralization Act is a Maldivian law that establishes the framework for local councils and decentralization of governance. Recent news covers proposed amendments to abolish atoll councils, resize island councils based on population, and restrict local authority companies, as well as funding shortfalls for council block grants.

Role legislation
Jurisdiction Maldives
Type law