Republic of Mauritius · National Assembly2024–2026 · 26ᵉ THERE MAY BE ERRORS OR INCONSISTENCIES Wednesday, 20 May 2026

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Sitting of 2 December 2025

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Q #1108
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the Côte d’Or International Racecourse and Entertainment Complex Ltd., he will, for the benefit of the House…

Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1108) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

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The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, the previous MSM government did everything – and I mean everything – to undermine the horseracing industry and to weaken the MTC. All that was …

Q #1109
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the Civil Status Office at Old Grand Port, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to t…

Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1109) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

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The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I am informed that the Old Grand Port Civil Status Office was opened in December 1984 and was operational twice weekly on Tuesdays and …

Q #1110
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the sub-office of the Financial Crimes Commission at Camp Du Roi in Rodrigues Island, he will, for the benef…

Mr François · Rodrigues · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1110) Mr F. François (Second Member for Rodrigues) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard to the …"

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The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, let me first inform the House that the sub-office of the Financial Crimes Commission in Rodrigues has now moved from Camp du Roi to Rue La …

Q #1111
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Mr. R. Y., Barrister at Law, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the detailed qu…

Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1111) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’Baie & Poudre D'or) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

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The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, as per information gathered, Mr Ravi Yerrigadoo, Barrister-at-Law, provided legal services for the following public institutions and has …

Q #1112
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the recent lowering of the Value Added Tax registration threshold for businesses with a turnover exceeding R…

Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1112) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

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The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, in accordance with the Value Added Tax Act, small businesses and entrepreneurs whose turnover are between Rs3 million and Rs6 million are …

Q #1113
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the Container Terminal at the Port Louis Harbour, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Car…

Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1113) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard …"

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The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I am informed by the Mauritius Ports Authority and the Cargo Handling Corporation Ltd that representations have been made in writing on 20 …

Q #1114
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road traffic accidents, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Commissioner of Police, infor…

Dr Aumeer · Port-Louis South and Port-Louis Central · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1114) Dr F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port Louis South & Port Louis Central) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

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The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, with regard to part (a) of the Question, I am informed by the Commissioner of Police that from 01 January 2022 to 28 November 2025, 806 cases …

Q #1115
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white collar crimes, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Financial Crimes Commission, inf…

Dr Aumeer · Port-Louis South and Port-Louis Central · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1115) Dr F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port Louis South & Port Louis Central) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

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The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I am informed by the Financial Crimes Commission that 88 suspects have been arrested under provisional charges since November 2024 to-date. In …

Q #1116
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Silver Bank Ltd., he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Bank of Mauritius, information as t…

Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1116) Mr R. Jhummun (Second Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

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The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, in my reply to PQ B/405 on 06 May 2025, I informed the House that an amount Rs3.55 billion was deposited by government-related entities in …

Q #1117
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the proposed strategic partnership between Air Mauritius and Qatar Airways, he will, for the benefit of the…

Mr Adrien Duval · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1117) Mr A. Duval (Fourth Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

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Reply: I am informed by Air Mauritius Ltd that, as at 27 November 2025, the company has not been approached regarding any proposed strategic partnership with Qatar Airways. …

Q #1118
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domestic and family violence against women, children and men in Rodrigues, he will, for the benefit of the H…

Mr François · Rodrigues · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1118) Mr J. F. François (Second Member for Rodrigues) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard to …"

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Reply: I am informed by the Commissioner of Police that from 2020 to 27 November 2025, a total of 608 cases of domestic violence and family violence pertaining to 531 women, 20 …

Q #1119
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the bank charges, fees and collateral securities regarding loans granted by financial institutions, he will,…

Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1119) Mr R. Jhummun (Second Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

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(Withdrawn) FALSE DRIVING LICENCES – REPORTED ACCIDENTS – LEGAL ACTIONS & APPLICABLE PENALTIES

Q #1120
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the rising number of false driving licences, he will – (a) for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Com…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1120) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard …"

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(Withdrawn) PRISONS’ DETAINEES– HIV POSITIVE CASES – SENSITISATION ACTIVITIES

Q #1121
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prisons, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Commissioner of Prisons, information as to t…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1121) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard …"

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(Withdrawn) DHYANAVARTAM LTD – LOANS GRANTED – ENQUIRY

Q #1122
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the loans granted by the State Bank of Mauritius and the Mauritius Investment Corporation to Dhyanavartam Lt…

Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1122) Mr R. Jhummun (Second Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

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(Withdrawn) SSR AIRPORT – TAXI OPERATORS’ SECURITY

Q #1123
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the taxi operators at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, he will, for the benefit of the H…

Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1123) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

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(Withdrawn) UNAUTHORISED ONLINE MONEY WITHDRAWAL – CASES & OUTCOMES

Q #1124
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the unauthorised online withdrawal of money from the accounts of customers of local banks, he will, for the…

Dr Aumeer · Port-Louis South and Port-Louis Central · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1124) Dr. F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port-Louis South & Port-Louis Central) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

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Reply: I am informed by the Commissioner of Police that reported cases of unauthorised withdrawal of money from the bank accounts of customers through online banking are dealt …

Q #1125
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the departure and arrival of passengers at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, he will, for…

Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1125) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

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(Withdrawn) SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS – IMPLEMENTATION

Q #1126
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the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), he will state – (a) where matters stand as to the implementation t…

Mr François · Rodrigues · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1126) Mr F. François (Second Member for Rodrigues) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard to the …"

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(Withdrawn) MAURITIUS POLICE FORCE –TASER & BODY CAMERAS – DEPLOYMENT PLAN

Q #1127
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the proposed introduction of taser and body cameras in the Police Force, he will, for the benefit of the Hou…

Mr Adrien Duval · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/1127) Mr A. Duval (Fourth Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

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Reply: I wish to refer the hon. Member to the reply I made to PQ B/971 of the Sitting of 11 November 2025, wherein I stated that the Commissioner of Police has already set up a …

Q #1128
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MauPass application, he will state the current number of registered users thereof, indicating – (a) the meas…

Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Information Technology

"(No. B/1128) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation whether, in regard to MauPass application, he will state the current number of …"

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Dr. Ramtohul: Madam Speaker, I would like to thank the hon. Member for this question. The MauPass application is a single sign-on platform which creates the bridge between the …

Q #1129
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the coastal region of Rivière des Créoles and to Nouvelle France, classified red zones in terms of flooding,…

Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/1129) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the coastal region of Rivière des Créoles and to Nouvelle France, classified red zones in …"

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Mr Gunness: Madam Speaker, I am informed that the drain works in the South-East region concern six villages namely, Rivière des Créoles, Vieux Grand Port, Bois des Amourettes, …

Q #1130
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the dwellings severely endangered by landslides and erosion over the period 2019 to 2024 during the flood-pr…

Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Housing and Lands

"(No. B/1130) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Housing and Lands Whether, in regard to the dwellings severely endangered by landslides and erosion over the period 2019 to 2024 during …"

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Mr Mohamed: Madam Speaker, I thank the hon. Member for this question. At the outset, however, I wish to clarify that my Ministry is not responsible for issuing of evacuation …

Q #1131
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the Mauritius Tamil Cultural Centre Trust, he will state if financial support from Government is being envis…

Mr Adrien Duval · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Arts and Culture

"(No. B/1131) Mr A. Duval (Fourth Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Arts and Culture whether, in regard to the Mauritius Tamil Cultural Centre Trust, he will state if financial support from Government is …"

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Mr Gondeea: Madam Speaker, with due respect, before addressing the question on funding, it is important for this House to recall the circumstances surrounding the land allocated …

Q #1132
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the proposed construction of a 44 Market Fair near the Youth Centre in Mahebourg, he will, for the benefit o…

Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien · to Local Government

"(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 Mahebourg, he will, for the …"

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(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 papiers. Il va falloir …

Q #1133
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the sum of Rs 84 million allocated in the 2025–2026 National Budget for the scheme providing free internet t…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Information Technology

"(No. B/1133) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation whether, with regard to the sum of Rs 84 million allocated in the 2025–2026 National Budget …"

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The Minister of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity (Mr A. Subron): Madam Speaker, please allow me to provide the reply to this question as the budget …

Q #1134
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rainwater harvesting systems, he will state whether, with a view to alleviating water stress that impacts on…

Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/1134) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to rainwater harvesting systems, he will state whether, with a view to alleviating water …"

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(Withdrawn) Madam Speaker: So, now, the First Member for Savanne and Black River, Mr Babajee. CYBERBULLYING, ONLINE HARASSMENT/DIGITAL VIOLENCE – ONLINE SAFETY REGULATOR & …

Q #1135
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online risks, harms, cyberbullying and harassments and victims thereof attempting/committing suicide, he wil…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to Information Technology

"(No. B/1135) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation whether, in regard to online risks, harms, cyberbullying and harassments and victims …"

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Dr. Ramtohul: Madam Speaker, I would like to thank the hon. Member for this question. This Government recognises that online harms, particularly those affecting children and …

Q #1136
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the New George V Stadium in Curepipe and the Anjalay Coopen Stadium in Belle Vue Harel, he will state whethe…

Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière · to Youth and Sports

"(No. B/1136) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether in regard to the New George V Stadium in Curepipe and the Anjalay Coopen Stadium in Belle Vue Harel, he will state …"

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Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that it is the Mauritius Football Association which is responsible for applying for homologation of a stadium in …

Q #1137
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the Land Drainage Masterplan, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Land Drainage Authority…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/1137) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the Land Drainage Masterplan, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the …"

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Mr Gunness: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that the Land Drainage Masterplan, commissioned by the Land Drainage Authority, was published on 25 August 2025 following …

Q #1138
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the Vacoas Popular Multipurpose Cooperatives Society, he will – (a) state if he has received representations…

Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix · to Industry

"(No. B/1138) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Industry, SME and Cooperatives whether, in regard to the Vacoas Popular Multipurpose Cooperatives Society, he will – (a) state if he has received …"

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Mr Ameer Meea: Madam Speaker, the Vacoas Popular Multipurpose Cooperatives Society Ltd was registered in 1977 and operates as a cooperative credit union with 4591 active members. …

Q #1139
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the newly constructed waterfront along the Coastal Road from Bois des Amourettes to Quatre Sœurs, he will st…

Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Housing and Lands

"(No. B/1139) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Housing and Lands whether, in regard to the newly constructed waterfront along the Coastal Road from Bois des Amourettes to Quatre Sœurs, …"

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Mr Mohamed: Madam Speaker, all beaches along the coastal road from Bois des Amourettes to Quatre Sœurs have been proclaimed as public beaches. On 22 January 2025, the said public …

Q #1140
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the incinerator at Highlands, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to when same will…

Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix · to Local Government

"(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 to when same will …"

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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 over to the …

Q #1141
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the Rivière du Rempart Swimming Pool, he will state whether a survey of the state of the facilities thereof,…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Youth and Sports

"(No. B/1141) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Rivière du Rempart Swimming Pool, he will state whether a survey of the state of the facilities …"

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Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, as I had already indicated since my taking of office, several sports infrastructure all over the island are either out of use or in a bad state. The …

Q #1142
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the Intertown Games currently being held, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain the list of the – (a…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Local Government

"(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 House, obtain the …"

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(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 ! CPAP MACHINES – …

Q #1143
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the 500 Continuous Positive Airway Pressure machines donated through the “Gift of Givers NGO”, from South Af…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/1143) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to the 500 Continuous Positive Airway Pressure machines donated through the “Gift of Givers NGO”, from …"

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Mr Bachoo: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that in November in 2021, Gift of the Givers Foundation, which is the largest disaster response non-governmental organisation …

Q #1144
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Bircham International University (Spain), he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Higher Educ…

Mr Adrien Duval · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Tertiary Education

"(No. B/1144) Mr A. Duval (Fourth Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research whether, in regard to Bircham International University (Spain), he will, for the benefit of the …"

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Dr. Sukon: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that under section 14 of the Higher Education Act, any institution that establishes itself in Mauritius and offers higher …

Q #1145
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the segment of the road stretching from Bambous Virieux to Pointe Diable along which resurfacing works are o…

Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/1145) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the segment of the road stretching from Bambous Virieux to Pointe Diable along which …"

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Mr Gunness: Madam Speaker, I would like to refer the hon. Member to the replies I made PQ B/223 on 25 March 2025 and to PQ B/616 on 08 July 2025 wherein I informed the House that …

Q #1146
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the Global Business Companies, she will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Financial Services Co…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Financial Services and Economic Planning

"(No. B/1146) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Financial Services and Economic Planning whether, in regard to the Global Business Companies, she will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from …"

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Dr. Ms Jeetun: Madam Speaker, I am informed by the Financial Services Commission that on average, the FSC receives around 2400 global business company’s applications annually. …

Q #1147
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the connecting road from Beau Plateau Road, from Goodlands to Cottage, he will, for the benefit of the House…

Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or · to Local Government

"(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 the benefit of the …"

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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 under the jurisdiction …

Q #1148
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the advancement of football in our Republic and in the Indian Ocean, he will, for the benefit of the House,…

Mr François · Rodrigues · to Youth and Sports

"(No. B/1148) Mr F. François (Second Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the advancement of football in our Republic and in the Indian Ocean, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

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Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, the Union des Fédérations de Football de l'Océan Indien was a regional football confederation for the Indian Ocean and operated under the African …

Q #1149
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angiogram examinations/angiography procedure, he will state the – (a) number of – (i) patients having underg…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/1149) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to angiogram examinations/angiography procedure, he will state the – (a) number of – (i) …"

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Mr Bachoo: Madam Speaker, I wish to inform the House that previously there was no angiography machine at Jawaharlal Nehru hospital. It is now that the equipment is being …

Q #1150
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the renovation of the football pitch at Bois-des-Amourettes, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain i…

Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Local Government

"(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 benefit of the House, …"

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

Q #1151
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international arbitration, he will state the measures being envisaged to propel Mauritius as a reliable, sui…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Attorney-General

"(No. B/1151) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Attorney General whether, in regard to international arbitration, he will state the measures being envisaged to propel Mauritius as a reliable, …"

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Mr Glover: Madam Speaker, let me at the outset state that when we look at the evolution of reputable international arbitration centres worldwide, there has been no magical wand …

Q #1152
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L’Oiseau du Paradis Shelter, she will state – (a) the number of – (i) children that can be accommodated ther…

Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes · to Gender Equality and Family Welfare

"(No. B/1152) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare whether, in regard to L’Oiseau du Paradis Shelter, she will state – (a) the number of – (i) children …"

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Ms Navarre-Marie: Madam Speaker, I wish to draw the attention of the hon. Member that L’Oiseau du Paradis Shelter has been closed down since 5th June 2025, following an incident …

Q #1153
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the Black River District, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to – (a) the number o…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to Local Government

"(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 – (a) the number …"

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

Q #1154
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meat for the forthcoming festive season, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to – (…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/1154) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in 81 regard to meat for the forthcoming festive season, he will, for the …"

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The Minister of Education and Human Resources (Dr. M. Gungapersad): Madam Speaker, allow me to reply to this PQ on behalf of the substantive Minister Agro-Industry, Food …

Q #1155
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the impending increase in demand for electricity during the peak summer season, he will state if his Ministr…

Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/1155) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the impending increase in demand for electricity during the peak summer season, he will …"

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(Withdrawn) GOODLANDS – EX-AREA HEALTH CENTRE – ESTABLISHMENT OF SUB- HEALTH OFFICE

Q #1156
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the Ex-Area Health Centre located at Goodlands, he will state if consideration is being given for its establ…

Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/1156) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to the Ex-Area Health Centre located at Goodlands, he will state if consideration is being given for its …"

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Mr Bachoo: Madam Speaker, the building in question does not fall under the responsibility of my Ministry. I am fully aware of the difficulties faced by the inhabitants of 83 …

Q #1157
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parking spaces at public hospitals, he will state – (a) the number thereof available at each hospital, indic…

Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/1157) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to parking spaces at public hospitals, he will state – (a) the number thereof available at …"

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(Withdrawn) CHÂTEAU BÉNARÈS – RESTORATION WORKS - FUNDS EARMARKED

Q #1158
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the national heritage site of Château Bénarès, he will state whether a site visit been carried out thereat b…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Arts and Culture

"(No. B/1158) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Arts and Culture whether, in regard to the national heritage site of Château Bénarès, he will state whether a site visit been …"

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Mr Gondeea: Madam Speaker, Château Bénarès, located in the district of Savanne, was designated as a national heritage site on 06 May 2022 in view of its historical significance. …

Q #1159
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the bridge damaged following the torrential rains on 7 November 2023 at Chaline street in Souillac, he will,…

Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Local Government

"(No. B/1159) Mr R. Jhummun (Second Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the bridge damaged following the torrential rains on 7 November 2023 at Chaline street in …"

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(Withdrawn) 85 RIVIÈRE DU REMPART DISTRICT COUNCIL – MISSING STREETLIGHTS – INQUIRY

Q #1160
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the recent allegations of missing streetlights worth over 3 million rupees from the Rivière du Rempart Distr…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Local Government

"(No. B/1160) 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 Rivière du Rempart …"

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(Withdrawn) CNT CREDIT UNION – UNPAID DIVIDENDS & GOVERNANCE ISSUES

Q #1161
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the CNT Credit Union, he will state – (a) if he has been made aware that since 2022 over 1000 members thereo…

Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix · to Industry

"(No. B/1161) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Industry, SME and Cooperatives whether, in regard to the CNT Credit Union, he will state – (a) if he has been made aware that since 2022 over 1000 …"

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Mr Ameer Meea: Madam Speaker, concerning part (a) of the question, I am informed by the Registrar of Cooperative Societies that since 2018, the National Transport Corporation …

Q #1162
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women giving birth 87 through Caesarean Section (CS), he will state the prevalence thereof in Mauritius, ind…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/1162) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to women giving birth 87 through Caesarean Section (CS), he will state the prevalence …"

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Mr Bachoo: I wish to inform the House that statistics show that there has been an increase in the percentage of c-section carried out in both public and private health …

Q #1163
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football tournaments in Constituency No. 6, he will state if consideration will be given to organise competi…

Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or · to Youth and Sports

"(No. B/1163) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d’Or) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to football tournaments in Constituency No. 6, he will state if consideration will be given to organise …"

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(Withdrawn) RIVIÈRE DU REMPART DISTRICT COUNCIL – CRUSHER RUN DISTRIBUTION – QUANTITY DISTRIBUTED

Q #1164
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the distribution of Crusher Run by the District Council of Rivière du Rempart in Constituency No. 7, Piton -…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Local Government

"(No. B/1164) 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 Constituency No. 7, …"

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(Withdrawn) FÉDÉRATION MAURICIENNE DE JUDO – CLUBS SEEKING AFFILIATION

Q #1165
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the Fédération Mauricienne de Judo, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to where ma…

Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière · to Youth and Sports

"(No. B/1165) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Fédération Mauricienne de Judo, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to …"

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(Withdrawn) AGRICULTURAL LAND CONVERSION – PROTECTION & PRESERVATION MEASURES

Q #1166
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agricultural land, he will state the extent thereof converted for commercial and residential purposes over t…

Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/1166) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in regard to agricultural land, he will state the extent thereof …"

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(Withdrawn) LE BOUCHON – PIG BREEDING FARMERS – PROPOSED RELOCATION

Q #1167
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the proposed relocation of the pig breeding farmers of Le Bouchon, he will state where matters stand.

Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/1167) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in regard to the proposed relocation of the pig breeding farmers of Le …"

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(Withdrawn) 126 IMPAIRED DRIVING – LAW STRENTHENING PROPOSAL – MEASURES ENVISAGED

Q #1168
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the proposed strengthening of the legislative and enforcement framework to address cases of driving under th…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Land Transport

"(No. B/1168) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the proposed strengthening of the legislative and enforcement framework to address cases of driving under the …"

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(Withdrawn) CONGOMAH BRIDGE – RECONSTRUCTION TIMEFRAME

Q #1169
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the Congomah Bridge, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to whether the reconstruct…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Local Government

"(No. B/1169) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Congomah Bridge, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to whether …"

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(Withdrawn) MEDICAL REGISTRATION EXAMINATIONS – CANDIDACY – M.E.S VETTING

Q #1170
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the Medical Registration Examinations, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Medical Counci…

Dr Aumeer · Port-Louis South and Port-Louis Central · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/1170) Dr. F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port-Louis South & Port-Louis Central) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to the Medical Registration Examinations, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from …"

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Reply: I am informed that prospective candidates need to make an application for Medical Registration Examinations as per Section 22 (1) (ca) of the Medical Council Act. No …

Q #1171
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fertility in Mauritius, he will state the – (a) birth rate over the past ten years, indicating the reasons f…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/1171) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to fertility in Mauritius, he will state the – (a) birth rate over the past ten years, …"

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(Withdrawn) BASSIN ROAD, QUATRE BORNES – BUS SERVICE

Q #1172
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the bus route along Bassin Road in Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Nat…

Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes · to Land Transport

"(No. B/1172) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the bus route along Bassin Road in Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the …"

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(Withdrawn) MAURITIUS-UNITED STATES – TRADE NEGOTIATIONS

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OBITUARY MR ISMAEL HASSENJEE NAWOOR The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, we have learnt of the demise of Mr Ismael Hassenjee Nawoor, former Member of the Legislative Assembly, on …

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PAPERS LAID The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, the Papers have been laid on the Table – A. Prime Minister’s Office Ministry of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications …

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PROCLAMATION (No. B/1139) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Housing and Lands whether, in regard to the newly constructed …

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MOTION SUSPENSION OF S.O. 10(2) The Deputy Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I beg to move that all the business on today’s Order Paper be exempted from the provisions of paragraph …

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PUBLIC BILLS First Reading On motion made and seconded, the Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill (No. XXX of 2025) was read a first time. Second Reading THE LAW PRACTITIONERS …

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ADJOURNMENT Madam Speaker: Hon. Prime Minister, adjournment! The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I beg to move that this Assembly do now adjourn to Tuesday 09 December 2025 at …