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10 Dec
Answered

electric cremation incinerators, he will state the number thereof installed, indicating the number thereof n…

asked by Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/9) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to electric cremation incinerators, he will state the number thereof installed, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am informed that there are 32 LPG Fire Human Incinerators across Mauritius, out of which 16 are not operational. These 16 …

10 Dec
Answered

the forthcoming Municipal Council Elections, he will state when same will be held.

asked by Mr Duval

"(No. B/12) Mr A. Duval (Fourth Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the forthcoming Municipal Council Elections, he will state when same will be …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, the last Municipal City Council and Municipal Town Council elections were held in June 2015. Accordingly, as per the Local …

10 Dec
Answered

flooding in Constituency No. 10, Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East, he will state if a survey has…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/21) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to flooding in Constituency No. 10, Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East, he will …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am informed by the Land Drainage Authority (LDA) that it has identified 14 sites as flood-prone areas in Constituency No. 10, and …

10 Dec
Answered

the extension works currently being carried out at the Abercrombie Market fair, he will, for the benefit of…

asked by Mr Caserne · Port Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/30) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the extension works currently being carried out at the Abercrombie Market …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Thank you, Madam Speaker. I am informed by the Municipal City Council of Port Louis (MCCPL) that an initial contract was awarded on 13 July 2021 …

10 Dec
Answered

the Building and Land Use Permits issued for construction projects in wetlands in the region of Grand Bay an…

asked by Mr Etwareea · Grand’ Baie and Poudre d’Or

"(No. B/38) Mr R. Etwareea (Third Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d’Or) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Building and Land Use Permits issued for construction projects in wetlands in the …"

Reply

Reply: I wish to inform the House that all applications for Building and Land Use Permits are submitted and processed on the National Electronic Licensing …

17 Dec
Answered

roads at Camps la Serpe, Chemin La Forge, MCB Road and Chemin Cooperative in Bel Air, he will state if any s…

asked by Mr Saumtally · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/57) Mr R. Saumtally (Third Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to roads at Camps la Serpe, Chemin La Forge, MCB Road and Chemin Cooperative in Bel Air, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Thank you, Madam Speaker. I am informed by the District Council of Flacq that a survey was carried out on 12 December 2024 by its officers. It was …

17 Dec
Answered

the new market fair in Bel Air, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the District Council of F…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/65) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the new market fair in Bel Air, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Thank you, Madam Speaker. I am informed by the District Council of Flacq that the old market fair in Bel Air was a private one which does not …

17 Dec
Answered

the ongoing renovation of the football ground in Bois Des Amourettes, he will state where matters stand, ind…

asked by Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/70) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the ongoing renovation of the football ground in Bois Des Amourettes, he will …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Thank you, Madam Speaker. Madam Speaker, I am informed by the District Council of Grand Port that it has no renovation project for the football …

4 Feb
Answered

the Emirates Airline Swimming Pool and Sports Complex at Closel, Phoenix, he will, for the benefit of the Ho…

asked by Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix

"(No. B/39) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Emirates Airline Swimming Pool and Sports Complex at Closel, Phoenix, he will, for the …"

Reply

Reply: With regard to part (a) of the question, I wish to apprise the House that the outgoing government had initiated the Emirates Airline Swimming Pool and …

4 Feb
Answered

the multiple instances of fire outbreaks encountered in Constituency No 10, Montagne Blanche and Grand River…

asked by Mr Saumtally · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/47) Dr. R. Saumtally (Third Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the multiple instances of fire outbreaks encountered in Constituency No 10, Montagne …"

Reply

Reply: At the very outset, I wish to inform the House that the previous government did not prioritise this crucial infrastructure project, which is directly …

4 Feb
Answered

the development and operation of a modern urban terminal at Vacoas, he will, for the benefit of the House, o…

asked by Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix

"(No. B/53) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the development and operation of a modern urban terminal at Vacoas, he will, for the benefit …"

Reply

Reply: The outgoing government had, on 13 February 2024, launched a Request for Proposal (RFP) inviting proposals from potential promoters having the necessary …

4 Feb
Answered

the incinerator situated at Vallée des Prêtres, he will state the current state of the incinerator, indicati…

asked by Mrs Savabaddy · Port Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/62) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the incinerator situated at Vallée des Prêtres, he will state the current …"

Reply

Reply: I refer the hon. Member to my response to PQ I B/9 from the Sitting of 10 December 2024, in which I provided a detailed update regarding the electric …

4 Feb
Answered

the local authorities, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the total number of s…

asked by Mr Beechook · Flacq and Bon Accueil

"(No. B/66) Mr R. Beechook (Second Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the local authorities, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the …"

Reply

Reply: I have been informed by the Local Government Service Commission that a total of 1,765 appointments were made, and 32 staff members were promoted within …

4 Mar
Answered

the contracts for the procurement, purchase and supply of plastic bins awarded in 2023 and 2024 by the Munic…

asked by Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix

"(No. B/85) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the contracts for the procurement, purchase and supply of plastic bins awarded in 2023 and …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Thank you, Madam Speaker. Madam Speaker, I want to make it clear that the previous government acted in bad faith when managing the procurement of …

4 Mar
Answered

the football pitches found in the villages of Grand Sable, Bambous Virieux, Bois des Amourettes and Rivière…

asked by Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/94) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the football pitches found in the villages of Grand Sable, Bambous Virieux, Bois …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am informed by the District Council of Grand Port that a budgetary request of Rs16 million was submitted for the Financial Year …

4 Mar
Answered

the Dr James Burty David Market Fair at Rose Belle, he will state if consideration will be given for the pro…

asked by Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/95) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Dr James Burty David Market Fair at Rose Belle, he will state if consideration …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that the Dr. James Burty David Market Fair in Rose Belle was built and started operating in 2010. It …

4 Mar
Answered

the Fire Station situated along St Jean Road, Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain f…

asked by Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes

"(No. B/99) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Fire Station situated along St Jean Road, Quatre Bornes, he will, for the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I have been informed that the Mauritius Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) started working on the relocation of the Quatre Bornes Fire …

4 Mar
Answered

the works for the renovation of the Mahebourg Market, he will state if his Ministry is in presence of any re…

asked by Mr Lukeeram · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/105) Mr C. Lukeeram (Third Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the works for the renovation of the Mahebourg Market, he will state if his Ministry …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am informed that a request for financial clearance has been submitted by the District Council of Grand Port on 29 August 2024 …

4 Mar
Answered

the recurrent flooding in the regions of Petit Verger and Montagne Ory, he will state if he has been aware o…

asked by Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka

"(No. B/116) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the recurrent flooding in the regions of Petit Verger and Montagne Ory, he will …"

Reply

Reply: Regarding part (a) of the question, I confirm that the District Council of Moka has issued five official evacuation notices under the Building Control …

18 Mar
Answered

La Source Football playground, he will state – (a) if he has been made aware of – (i) the non-compliance the…

asked by Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes

"(No. B/145) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to La Source Football playground, he will state – (a) if he has been made aware of – …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Thank you. Madam Speaker, I have been informed by the Municipal Council of Quatre Bornes (MCQB) that the La Source Football Playground was …

18 Mar
Answered

the bare land of an extent of 8 arpents situated at Martinière Road, Surinam, currently abandoned and being…

asked by Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/159) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the bare land of an extent of 8 arpents situated at Martinière Road, Surinam, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Thank you. I am informed that the plot of land situated at Martinière Road, Surinam, was initially vested under the Ministry of Local Government on …

18 Mar
Answered

road safety, he will – (a) for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to whether his Ministry is in…

asked by Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac

"(No. B/192) Dr. Ms Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to road safety, he will – (a) for the benefit of the House, obtain information …"

Reply

Reply (The Minister of National Infrastructure): With regard to part (a) of the question, I am informed by the local authorities and the Road Development …

8 Apr
Answered

rainwater harvesting, he will state if consideration will be given to – (a) amending the relevant legislatio…

asked by Mr François · Rodrigues

"(No. B/291) Mr J. F. François (Second Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to rainwater harvesting, he will state if consideration will be given to – (a) amending the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, at the very outset, allow me to thank the hon. Member for this interesting question. The suggestion of making it mandatory for newly …

8 Apr
Answered

the Résidence Père Laval Municipal Complex, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Municipal…

asked by Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes

"(No. B/337) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Résidence Père Laval Municipal Complex, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

Reply

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8 Apr
Answered

the football pitch situated behind the St Esprit Church in Bel Air, he will state if he has been made aware…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/344) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the football pitch situated behind the St Esprit Church in Bel Air, he will state if …"

Reply

Reply: I am informed by the District Council of Flacq that it has 36 football grounds under its jurisdiction. On 05 February 2025, a survey was carried out on …

15 Apr
Answered

the Pavillon Football playground in Quatre Bornes, he will state if consideration will be given to – (a) imp…

asked by Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes

"(No. B/365) MS S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Pavillon Football playground in Quatre Bornes, he will state if consideration …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am informed by the Municipal Council of Quatre Bornes that there are 13 floodlights at Pavillon Football Ground. These are the …

15 Apr
Answered

the Morcellements Les Plaines de L’hermitage, Highlands Rose and Pinewood, he will, for the benefit of the H…

asked by Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix

"(No. B/369) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Morcellements Les Plaines de L’hermitage, Highlands Rose and Pinewood, he will, for the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am informed that the Morcellement Les Plaines de l'Hermitage and Pinewood were set up more than 20 years ago, whereas Highland …

15 Apr
Answered

the Résidence Père Laval Municipal Complex, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Municipal…

asked by Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes

"(No. B/382) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Résidence Père Laval Municipal Complex, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, it is with much regret that I have to admit that the Résidence Père Laval Municipal Complex is hardly operational during weekdays …

15 Apr
Answered

the lands and residential properties situated in the vicinity of Basalt Ltd., at Plaine Magnien, he will, fo…

asked by Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/385) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the lands and residential properties situated in the vicinity of Basalt Ltd., at …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, can I table this PQ because it is too long? (Interruptions) Madam Speaker: Yes! (Interruptions) Mr Woochit: The answer is too …

15 Apr
Answered

the Municipal Council of Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain therefrom information…

asked by Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes

"(No. B/389) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Local Government whether in regard to the Municipal Council of Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, a request for funds for an amount of Rs553,882,752 was made to the Ministry of Finance for Financial Year 2024-2025. This amount was …

6 May
Answered

the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the Ministry of Youth and Sports and Evaco Group Mauritius for the…

asked by Mr Etwareea · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or

"(No. B/418) Mr R. Etwareea (Third Member for Grand’Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the Ministry of Youth and Sports and Evaco …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed that on 17 December 2020, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the then Ministry of Youth …

6 May
Answered

vacancies at the District Council of Grand Port, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information a…

asked by Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/420) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to vacancies at the District Council of Grand Port, he will, for the benefit of the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, with reference to part (a) of the question, I wish to inform the hon. Member that recruitment to the post of Assistant …

6 May
Answered

the traders presently operating at the privately-run Bel Air old market fair, he will, for the benefit of th…

asked by Mr Saumtally · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/422) Mr R. Saumtally (Third Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the traders presently operating at the privately-run Bel Air old market fair, he will, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, further to my previous reply to Parliamentary Question B/65 on Tuesday 17 December 2024, I wish to provide the House with a …

6 May
Answered

the proposed relocation of the Belle Rose Market in Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit of the House, ob…

asked by Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes

"(No. B/427) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the proposed relocation of the Belle Rose Market in Quatre Bornes, he will, for the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the Belle Rose Fair, previously known as Doyen Fair, was originally held in the open-air along the former railway track at …

6 May
Answered

the Rohit Boolaky Stadium at Rivière du Rempart, he will – (a) for the benefit of the House, obtain informat…

asked by Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart

"(No. B/443) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Rohit Boolaky Stadium at Rivière du Rempart, he will – (a) for the benefit of …"

Reply

Reply: In response to the hon. Member’s question regarding the Rohit Boolaky Stadium at Rivière du Rempart, I wish to inform the House that I personally …

13 May
Answered

the village of Mont Blanc, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the District Council of Savann…

asked by Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/488) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the village of Mont Blanc, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am advised that the Mont Blanc is a village under the administrative jurisdiction of the District Council of Savanne with …

13 May
Answered

officers recruited by local authorities in 2024, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information a…

asked by Mr Beechook · Flacq and Bon Accueil

"(No. B/493) Mr R. Beechook (Second Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to officers recruited by local authorities in 2024, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to present a clear explanation of the recent recruitment activities within the local authorities highlighting the …

13 May
Answered

the Moka District Council, he will state if his Ministry will initiate an inquiry into the alleged case of m…

asked by Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka

"(No. B/494) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Moka District Council, he will state if his Ministry will initiate an inquiry …"

Reply

Reply: I wish to inform that my Ministry has been apprised of serious allegations of mismanagement of public funds and breaches of procurement procedures at …

13 May
Answered

the new mini-Traffic Centre at Bel Air, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the District Coun…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/502) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether in regard to the new mini-Traffic Centre at Bel Air, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to provide the House with the following details/information regarding the mini-market, mini-traffic centre at Bel …

13 May
Answered

the Municipal Council of Vacoas Phoenix, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain therefrom information…

asked by Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix

"(No. B/507) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Municipal Council of Vacoas Phoenix, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to inform the House regarding the factual financial situation of the Municipal Council of Vacoas-Phoenix, with …

13 May
Answered

the kindergarten located along the roadside at Jeewoonarain Lane, Palma at Quatre Bornes, he will, for the b…

asked by Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes

"(No. B/518) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the kindergarten located along the roadside at Jeewoonarain Lane, Palma at Quatre …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, with regard to the question on fencing and lighting facilities at Jeewoonarain children playground, I wish to inform the …

17 Jun
Answered

the posts of Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive respectively in the local authorities, he will, for…

asked by Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/549) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the posts of Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive respectively in the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, with regard to part (a) of the question, I am informed by the Local Government Service Commission (LGSC) that since December 2014 to …

17 Jun
Answered

the renovation works carried out at the Town Hall of Curepipe in 2015, he will, for the benefit of the House…

asked by Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/562) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the renovation works carried out at the Town Hall of Curepipe in 2015, he will, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the Municipal Council of Curepipe that in 2015, it undertook 15 renovation works as follows – (i) …

17 Jun
Answered

the posts of Financial Controller in the local authorities, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain th…

asked by Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/571) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the posts of Financial Controller in the local authorities, he will, for the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, as regard to part (a) of the question, seven appointments have been made in the grade of Financial Controller since …

8 Jul
Answered

the Mahebourg Waterfront, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to whether considerat…

asked by Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/601) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Mahebourg Waterfront, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to inform the hon. Member that the jetty located at Mahebourg Waterfront is owned by Landscope Mauritius Ltd. and is …

8 Jul
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the football pitches in Cluny and Bananes, he will state if consideration will be given for the reinstatemen…

asked by Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/606) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the football pitches in Cluny and Bananes, he will state if consideration will be …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the Cluny Football Ground, covering approximately 3600m2, is being upgraded under a contract amounting to Rs1,725,000, 52 …

8 Jul
Answered

the District Councils, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain therefrom, information as to the Counci…

asked by Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka

"(No. B/612) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the District Councils, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain therefrom, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to inform the hon. Member that gymnasium instructors, on a part-time basis, are recruited through the Local …

8 Jul
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the poultry pen found on the reserve of Rivulet St Louis at Cardinal Avenue, Morcellement Raffray, Guibies,…

asked by Dr Aumeer · Port-Louis South and Port-Louis Central

"(No. A/2) Dr. F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port-Louis South & Port- Louis Central) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the poultry pen found on the reserve of Rivulet St Louis at Cardinal …"

Reply

Reply: In 2005, the Forestry Services of the then Ministry Agro-Industry and Food Security prosecuted one Mr M.B.W. for having undertaken an illegal …

15 Jul
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the Village of Bel Air Rivière Sèche, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Bel Air Rivière…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/675) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Village of Bel Air Rivière Sèche, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to inform the House that there is currently no public toilet block operated by the Council in the centre of Bel Air …

15 Jul
Answered

the football pitches in the Villages of Bel Air Rivière Sèche, St Michelle and Ernest Florent, he will, for…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/677) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the football pitches in the Villages of Bel Air Rivière Sèche, St Michelle and Ernest …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: I wish to provide a detailed update regarding the status of football ground under the purview of Flacq District Council. The Bel Air Rivière Sèche …

15 Jul
Answered

green spaces, children’s playgrounds and public gardens falling under the aegis of the Municipal City Counci…

asked by Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/679) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to green spaces, children’s playgrounds and public gardens falling under the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the Municipal City Council of Port Louis that there are currently 79 green spaces, 9 public gardens and 44 …

15 Jul
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the St Martin Dam Leisure Park project in Quartier Militaire, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain…

asked by Mr Venkatasami · Quartier Militaire and Moka

"(No. B/684) Mr P. Venkatasami (Third Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the St Martin Dam Leisure Park project in Quartier Militaire, he will, for the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, as highlighted in my previous reply to Parliamentary Question B/489 on 13 May 2025, the St Martin Dam Leisure Park project …

15 Jul
Answered

the proposed setting up of an incinerator at Crève Coeur, he will state where matters stand, giving details…

asked by Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/689) Mrs A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the proposed setting up of an incinerator at Crève Coeur, he will state …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to inform the House about the setting up of an incinerator at Crève Coeur, a plot of land measuring 1200 m2 was …

15 Jul
Answered

the disposal of pet carcasses, he will state if consideration will be given either for the allocation of a p…

asked by Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/697) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the disposal of pet carcasses, he will state if consideration will be given either for …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, in accordance with section 50 of the Local Government Act 2011 as subsequently amended, the responsibility of the removal …

15 Jul
Answered

the proposed Construction of a New Fire Station at Montagne Blanche, he will, for the benefit of the House,…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/703) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the proposed Construction of a New Fire Station at Montagne Blanche, he will, for the …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) PROTECTED SANDALWOOD SPECIES – HARVESTING & TRADE – LICENCES – CONSERVATION PROGRAMME

22 Jul
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the proposed construction/relocation of the Fire and Satellite Stations and the Head Offices of the Mauritiu…

asked by Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/730) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the proposed construction/relocation of the Fire and Satellite Stations and …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that several projects have been earmarked for the Mauritius Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) with a view to …

22 Jul
Answered

the provisions for community infrastructure and village amenities announced in the Budget Speech 2025-2026,…

asked by Dr Saumtally · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/733) Dr. R. Saumtally (Third Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the provisions for community infrastructure and village amenities announced in the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, with your permission, I will reply to PQ B/733 and B/742 together as they pertain to the same subject matter. The purpose of the …

22 Jul
Answered

the new market fair in the Village of Chemin Grenier, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the…

asked by Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/739) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the new market fair in the Village of Chemin Grenier, he will, for the benefit of the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am informed by the District Council of Savanne that the project titled ‘Construction of New Market fair at Chemin Grenier’ was …

22 Jul
Answered

the football playgrounds in the Villages of Ernest Florent, Olivia and Bramsthan, he will state if considera…

asked by Dr Saumtally · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/742) Dr. R. Saumtally (Third Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether in regard to the football playgrounds in the Villages of Ernest Florent, Olivia and Bramsthan, he …"

Reply

(Vide Reply to PQ B/733) Madam Speaker: So, now we move on to Second Member for Quartier Militaire and Moka, Dr. Ms Thannoo! CONSERVATOIRE NATIONAL DE …

22 Jul
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the Court Judgment in relation to the Abercrombie Market Fair, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain…

asked by Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/755) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Court Judgment in relation to the Abercrombie Market Fair, he will, for …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, the Abercombie Market Fair Project stands as a textbook case of administrative failure and poor decision making by the previous …

22 Jul
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the football pitches found in the Villages of Rivière des Créoles, Bois des Amourettes, Bambous Virieux and…

asked by Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/764) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the football pitches found in the Villages of Rivière des Créoles, Bois des …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, at the outset, I wish to inform the hon. Member and the House that this reply will be relatively lengthy as it pertains to four …

29 Jul
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Morcellement Green Park, in Terre Rouge, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the District Cou…

asked by Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/791) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to Morcellement Green Park, in Terre Rouge, he will, for the benefit of the …"

Reply

The Minister of Health and Wellness (Mr A. Bachoo): Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, with regard to part (a) of the question, the drains were last cleaned from 26 June …

29 Jul
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the football ground found in Morcellement La Confiance, Beau Bassin, in Constituency No.20, he will, for the…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/800) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the football ground found in Morcellement La Confiance, Beau Bassin, in Constituency …"

Reply

The Minister of Health and Wellness (Mr A. Bachoo): Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the answer is in the positive. The Deputy Speaker: Hon. Minister, you are Ag. …

7 Oct
Answered

the Chemin Grenier Market Fair Project, he will state the reasons for the delay in the coming into operation…

asked by Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/839) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Chemin Grenier Market Fair Project, he will state the reasons for the delay in the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Yes, Madam Speaker. Madam Speaker, the construction of the new Chemin Grenier Market Fair started on 11 October 2021 and was initially scheduled …

7 Oct
Answered

the construction of the Multipurpose Complex-One Stop Shop at Montagne Blanche, he will state the start and…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/861) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the construction of the Multipurpose Complex-One Stop Shop at Montagne Blanche, he …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the Multipurpose Complex at Montagne Blanche was designed as a one-stop shop to bring key public services closer to the …

7 Oct
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the alleged case of mismanagement of the finances at the Flacq District Council over the past ten years, he…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/892) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the alleged case of mismanagement of the finances at the Flacq District Council over …"

Reply

Reply: No adverse observation with regard to mismanagement of funds for the District Council of Flacq has been made by the Director of Audit over the last ten …

28 Oct
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a building constructed by the District Council of Pamplemousses at Forbach Road, Fond du Sac, he will state…

asked by Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or

"(No. A/5) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie &Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to a building constructed by the District Council of Pamplemousses at Forbach Road, Fond du …"

Reply

Reply: The District Council of Pamplemousses had initiated the construction of a building to be used as a hall in 2018/19. The building was of an extent of 213 …

11 Nov
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vehicles parked on non-classified roads, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the local author…

asked by Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/1017) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to vehicles parked on non-classified roads, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

Reply

Reply: The number of complaints registered by the Local Authorities with regard to vehicles parked on non-classified roads, for calendar year 2024 stood at 32 …

25 Nov
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the recent renovation of the football pitch at Pointe aux Cannoniers, he will, for the benefit of the House,…

asked by Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or

"(No. B/1064) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the recent renovation of the football pitch at Pointe aux Cannoniers, he will, for the …"

Reply

Mr Beejan: Yes. Thank you, Madam Speaker. Can the hon. Minister inform the House why a basic standard of safety and levelness was not achieved in the initial …

25 Nov
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the sports infrastructures, including gymnasiums, falling under the purview of the Municipal Council of Vaco…

asked by Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix

"(No. B/1066) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the sports infrastructures, including gymnasiums, falling under the purview of the …"

Reply

The Minister of Health and Wellness (Mr A. Bachoo): Madam Speaker, the Municipal Council of Vacoas-Phoenix has informed that it has 33 gymnasiums and 15 …

25 Nov
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the football pitches of Bel Air, Ernest, Bramsthan and Sebastopol, he will, for the benefit of the House, ob…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/1069) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the football pitches of Bel Air, Ernest, Bramsthan and Sebastopol, he will, for the …"

Reply

The Minister of Health and Wellness (Mr A. Bachoo): Madam Speaker, I am informed there are two football pitches in Bel Air, one located at St Michel and the …

25 Nov
Answered

the recent allegations of missing streetlights worth over 3 million rupees from the Rivière du Rempart Distr…

asked by Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart

"(No. B/1072) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the recent allegations of missing streetlights worth over 3 million rupees from the …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) MINORS UNDER MINISTRY’S CUSTODY – CDU FOLLOW-UP & HOSPITAL OVERSTAYS’ DISCONTINUATION

25 Nov
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the distribution of Crusher Run by the District Council of Rivière du Rempart in Constituency No. 7, Piton -…

asked by Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart

"(No. B/1077) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the distribution of Crusher Run by the District Council of Rivière du Rempart in …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) RODRIGUES – PUBLIC SERVICE – 243 GENERAL WORKERS DISMISSAL – COMPLAINTS & RECOMMENDATIONS

25 Nov
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the Intertown Games currently being held, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain the list of the – 91…

asked by Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/1079) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Intertown Games currently being held, he will, for the benefit of the …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) DIGITAL ACCESS INTRODUCTION – CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT – STATUS

25 Nov
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the construction of the Multipurpose Complex-one Stop Shop at Medine Camp de Masque, he will, for the benefi…

asked by Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East

"(No. B/1085) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether in regard to the construction of the Multipurpose Complex-one Stop Shop at Medine Camp de Masque, …"

Reply

The Minister of Health and Wellness (Mr A. Bachoo): Madam Speaker, the construction of Multipurpose Complex at Medine, Camp de Masque was approved in …

25 Nov
Answered

the renovation of the football pitch at Bois-des-Amourettes, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain i…

asked by Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/1087) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the renovation of the football pitch at Bois-des-Amourettes, he will, for the …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) Madam Speaker: Thank you. Hon. Chief Whip! B/1088! PALMA – ST MARIE COLLEGE – REAR ACCESS REQUEST

25 Nov
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the connecting road from Beau Plateau Road, from Goodlands to Cottage, he will, for the benefit of the House…

asked by Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or

"(No. B/1103) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the connecting road from Beau Plateau Road, from Goodlands to Cottage, he will, for …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) AGRICULTURAL LAND CONVERSION – COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL – PROTECTIVE MEASURES

2 Dec
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the proposed construction of a 44 Market Fair near the Youth Centre in Mahebourg, he will, for the benefit o…

asked by Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/1132) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the proposed construction of a 44 Market Fair near the Youth Centre in …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) Madam Speaker: This question has been withdrawn. J’ai beaucoup de mal à suivre. This question has been withdrawn. On m’envoie des tas de petits …

2 Dec
Answered

the incinerator at Highlands, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to when same will…

asked by Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix

"(No. B/1140) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the incinerator at Highlands, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as …"

Reply

The Minister of Health and Wellness (Mr A. Bachoo): Madam Speaker, I have been apprised that the incinerator at Highlands was repaired, commissioned and handed …

2 Dec
Answered

the Intertown Games currently being held, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain the list of the – (a…

asked by Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/1142) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Intertown Games currently being held, he will, for the benefit of the …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) Madam Speaker: So, I will call PQ B/1143. Hon. Dr. Prayag, I am sorry, there were two questions for you. I missed one. C’est un grand désordre ! …

2 Dec
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the connecting road from Beau Plateau Road, from Goodlands to Cottage, he will, for the benefit of the House…

asked by Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or

"(No. B/1147) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the connecting road from Beau Plateau Road, from Goodlands to Cottage, he will, for …"

Reply

The Minister of Health and Wellness (Mr A. Bachoo): Madam Speaker, I am informed that the Beau Plateau Road is not a classified road and as such, it falls …

2 Dec
Answered

the renovation of the football pitch at Bois-des-Amourettes, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain i…

asked by Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/1150) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the renovation of the football pitch at Bois-des-Amourettes, he will, for the …"

Reply

The Minister of National Infrastructure (Mr G. Gunness): Madam Speaker, I am informed that the National Development Unit proceeded with the upgrading of the …

2 Dec
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the Black River District, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to – (a) the number o…

asked by Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/1153) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Black River District, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) FORTHCOMING FESTIVE SEASON – LIVESTOCK AVAILABILITY – PRICE STABILISATION MEASURES

9 Dec
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outdoor children playgrounds in Constituency No. 6, he will table the list thereof, indicating in each case…

asked by Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or

"(No. B/1198) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’Baie & Poudre d’Or) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to outdoor children playgrounds in Constituency No. 6, he will table the list thereof, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I wish to point out that Constituency No. 6, Grand Baie and Poudre d’Or falls under the jurisdiction of two District Councils, that …

9 Dec
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the proposed construction of a Market Fair near the Youth Centre in Mahebourg, he will, for the benefit of t…

asked by Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/1199) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the proposed construction of a Market Fair near the Youth Centre in Mahebourg, he …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, with regard to the proposed construction of the market fair near youth centre in Mahebourg, I wish to inform the House that the …

9 Dec
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the Building Land and Use Permits 1, 2, and 3, respectively, he will – (a) for the benefit of the House, obt…

asked by Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/1211) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Building Land and Use Permits 1, 2, and 3, respectively, he will – (a) for the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, with regard to part (a) of the question, I wish to inform the House that Building Land and Use Permits (BLP) are in three …

9 Dec
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the Black River District, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to – (a) the number o…

asked by Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/1218) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Black River District, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am informed that there is presently no market in operation within the administrative area of the Black River District Council. A …

9 Dec
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the reconstruction of the bridge that was damaged on 7 November 2023 following torrential rains at Chaline s…

asked by Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac

"(No. B/1233) Mr R. Jhummun (Second Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the reconstruction of the bridge that was damaged on 7 November 2023 …"

Reply

Reply: I am informed that, during the torrential rain event of November 2024, the bridge at Chaline Street was damaged. 146 The Land Drainage Authority …

17 Mar
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the river running adjacent to the Camp Fouquereaux Football Ground, he will, for the benefit of the House, o…

asked by Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix

"(No. B/37) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the river running adjacent to the Camp Fouquereaux Football Ground, he will, for the benefit …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am informed by the Municipal Council of Vacoas- Phoenix that the river running adjacent to the Camp Fouquereaux Football Ground is …

17 Mar
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the potential risks of accidents during the Sunday open street market in Fond du Sac, he will, for the benef…

asked by Mr Etwareea · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D’or

"(No. B/45) Mr R. Etwareea (Third Member for Grand’Baie & Poudre d’Or) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the potential risks of accidents during the Sunday open street market in Fond du Sac, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, with regard to the potential risks of accident during the Sunday open market held at Fond du Sac, I wish to inform the House that …

17 Mar
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the New Goodlands Market Fair, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the District Council of Ri…

asked by Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D’or

"(No. B/46) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d’Or) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the New Goodlands Market Fair, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, with regard to part (a) of the question, I am informed that the New Goodlands Market Fair currently comprises three blocks, namely …

17 Mar
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the proposed construction of the Belle Rose Market in Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit of the House,…

asked by Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes

"(No. B/53) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the proposed construction of the Belle Rose Market in Quatre Bornes, he will, for …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, in regard to the proposed construction of Belle Rose Market Fair in Quatre Bornes, I am informed by the Municipal Council of Quatre …

17 Mar
Answered

the funds allocated to the District Council of Pamplemousses during the last Budget exercise, he will, for t…

asked by Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet

"(No. B/64) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the funds allocated to the District Council of Pamplemousses during the last Budget …"

Reply

Reply: I wish to inform the House that funds are allocated to local authorities, including the District Council of Pamplemousses, under Grant-in-Aid and …

24 Mar
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funds allocated between 2015 and 2024, for road works, including the construction of new roads, resurfacing…

asked by Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or

"(No. B/109) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand' Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to funds allocated between 2015 and 2024, for road works, including the construction of …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, with regard to part (a) of the question, I am informed by the District Council of Rivière du Rempart that a total sum of …

24 Mar
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the project for the installation of lighting facilities at the football ground of Grand Sable, he will, for…

asked by Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/138) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the project for the installation of lighting facilities at the football ground of …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) MAURITIAN GLOBAL BUSINESS SECTOR – INDIAN SUPREME COURT JUDGMENT – IMPACT

31 Mar
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the Black River district, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to – (a) the number o…

asked by Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/187) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Black River district, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, with regard part(a) of the question, I am informed that there are currently 17 football grounds in the district of Black River. Out …

31 Mar
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the proposed replacement of the steel jetty situated at the Mahebourg Waterfront, he will state where matter…

asked by Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/215) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the proposed replacement of the steel jetty situated at the Mahebourg Waterfront, he …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) MAURITIAN GLOBAL BUSINESS SECTOR – SUPREME COURT OF INDIA – INDIA DTAA – IMPACT ASSESSMENT

7 Apr
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the project for the installation of lighting facilities at the football ground of Grand Sable, he will, for…

asked by Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/261) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the project for the installation of lighting facilities at the football ground of …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am informed that the football ground at Grand Sable is presently not equipped with lighting facilities. Following my reply to PQ …

7 Apr
Answered

the incinerator at Highlands, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to whether a fire…

asked by Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix

"(No. B/273) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the incinerator at Highlands, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) LEASING COMPANIES (REGISTERED) – INTERNATIONAL & FATF STANDARDS – REPORTED FAILED COMPLIANCE 87

7 Apr
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the Amitié Football Ground in Constituency No. 7, Piton and Rivière du Rempart, he will, for the benefit of…

asked by Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart

"(No. B/277) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Amitié Football Ground in Constituency No. 7, Piton and Rivière du Rempart, he …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that a plot of land measuring 8,881 metre square situated at Amitié, has been duly acquired by government …

7 Apr
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the proposed replacement of the steel jetty situated at the Mahebourg Waterfront, he will state where matter…

asked by Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien

"(No. B/278) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg &Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the proposed replacement of the steel jetty situated at the Mahebourg Waterfront, he …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that as already raised under Parliamentary Question B/601, Government is fully apprised of the …

14 Apr
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the Chebel Football ground, he will state whether his Ministry is in presence of any representation from the…

asked by Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière

"(No. B/352) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Chebel Football ground, he will state whether his Ministry is in presence of any …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, I am informed that the Lindsay Law Kwan Football Playground at Chebel was converted into an outdoor synthetic football pitch in 2020 …

14 Apr
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recent recruitment of manual grade workers, comprising scavengers, refuse collectors, general workers and ha…

asked by Mr Adrien Duval · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue

"(No. B/356) Mr A. Duval (Fourth Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to recent recruitment of manual grade workers, comprising scavengers, refuse …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, at the very outset, I wish to inform the House that pursuant to section 4(1) for the Local Government Service Commission Act 1975, …

21 Apr
Answered

the transfer of firefighters between the Mauritius Fire and Rescue Service and the Rodrigues Fire and Rescue…

asked by Mrs Henriette-Manan · Rodrigues

"(No. B/422) Ms D. Henriette-Manan (Third Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the transfer of firefighters between the Mauritius Fire and Rescue Service and the Rodrigues …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, at the very outset, I wish to refer the hon. Member to the reply to Parliamentary Question B/303 dated 08 April 2025, which clearly …

21 Apr
Answered

the development and construction of the Vacoas Urban Terminal Project, he will, for the benefit of the House…

asked by Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix

"(No. B/431) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the development and construction of the Vacoas Urban Terminal Project, he will, for the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to thank the hon. Member for this question regarding the development and construction of the Vacoas Urban Terminal …

21 Apr
Answered

the cremation ground at Bois des Amourettes, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to…

asked by Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle

"(No. B/464) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the cremation ground at Bois des Amourettes, he will, for the benefit of the …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE – ISLAND-WIDE NETWORK COVERAGE – IMPROVEMENT MEASURES

28 Apr
Answered

the Black River (La Balise) boat passage, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to th…

asked by Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/527) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Black River (La Balise) boat passage, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, at the very outset, I wish to inform the hon. Member that my Ministry is not responsible for dredging or desilting works at …

5 May
Answered

the football grounds and mini soccer pitches within Constituency No. 7, Piton and Rivière du Rempart, he wil…

asked by Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart

"(No. B/582) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the football grounds and mini soccer pitches within Constituency No. 7, Piton and …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, Constituency No. 7, Piton and Rivière du Rempart falls under the District Council of Rivière du Rempart and the District …

5 May
Answered

the application for the issue of a Building and Land Use Permit, he will, for the benefit of the House, obta…

asked by Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River

"(No. B/590) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the application for the issue of a Building and Land Use Permit, he will, for the …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, at the outset, let me make it clear that application for Building and Land Use Permits, commonly known as BLUPs, are …