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Island Councils Deliver Direct Results — Atoll Councils Add Nothing, President Muizzu Moves to Abolish Them
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu announced a constitutional amendment to abolish Atoll Councils, saying it would remove an unnecessary layer and empower Island Councils. Speaking at a community gathering in Mathiveri, he also unveiled Decentralization Act amendments resizing councils by population and making Women's Development Committee chairpersons directly elected and full-time.
When citizens go to vote in the next Local Council elections, they will no longer need to elect an Atoll Council. Removing that layer empowers people directly, allowing Island Councils to work hand in hand with ministries and state compani…
This government is here to empower councils with the tools and authority they need. Our goal is to establish good governance that truly serves the public
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2,000 residentsPopulation threshold for smaller councilsThe StandardIslands with fewer than 2,000 residents will elect three-member councils, while larger islands will have five-member councils.
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President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu announced a constitutional amendment to eliminate Atoll Councils during a community gathering.on his ongoing atoll tourMathiveriThe StandardSpeaking during a community gathering in Mathiveri on his ongoing atoll tour, the President confirmed that the amendment will be tabled in the People’s Majlis as soon as the parliament reconvenes after recess.
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