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Sitting of Tuesday 19 May 2026

79 questions, one shortened day.

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Q #709
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the interception of telecommunications, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to whet…

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

"(No. B/709) 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 whether, …"

Reply

The Prime Minister: I thank the hon. Member for raising this important matter. At the very outset, let me remind the House that the protection of freedom of expression and the …

Q #710
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the former passenger terminal at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, he will, for the benef…

Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/710) 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 …"

Reply

The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, the present passenger terminal at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport was commissioned in 2013. Thereafter, most passenger …

Q #711
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the Private Security Service Provider Licence, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Commis…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/711) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third 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, by virtue of Section 8 (1) of the Private Security Service Act 2004, “a licence or certificate granted under this Act shall, subject to …

Q #713
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Foreign Direct Investments, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Economic Development Boar…

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

"(No. B/713) 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, first of all, let me clarify that official foreign direct investment statistics are compiled and published by the Bank of Mauritius. With …

Q #714
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deaths reported in police custody and/or in prison custody since November 2024 to date, he will, for the ben…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/714) Ms A. Savabaddy (First 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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The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I am informed by the Commissioner of Police that from November 2024 to 04 May 2026, two persons died whilst in Police custody and 35 deaths …

Q #715
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the Bel Air Police Station, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Commissioner of Police, i…

Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/715) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

Reply

The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I wish to refer the hon. Member to my reply to Parliamentary Question B/1048 on 25 November last year, whereby most of the information …

Q #716
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the post of Director of Supervision at the Bank of Mauritius, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain…

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

"(No. B/716) 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 whether, …"

Reply

The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, as per the Bank of Mauritius Act, one of the objects of the Bank is to ensure the stability and soundness of the financial system in Mauritius. …

Q #720
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drug trafficking offences, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Commissioner of Police, in…

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

"(No. B/720) 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 whether, …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) POLICE OFFICERS – MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS – PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT

Q #721
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the Police Officers, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to – (a) the number of men…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/721) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third 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) NATIONAL MARITIME ZONE – MONITORING & SURVEILLANCE SYSTEMS

Q #722
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the national maritime zone, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Commissioner of Police, i…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/722) 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) AIR MAURITIUS LTD – FINANCIAL SITUATION – REMEDIAL MEASURES

Q #724
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Air Mauritius Ltd., he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain therefrom, information as to the financial…

Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/724) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) 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) MAURITIUS BROADCASTING CORPORATION – TELEVISION LICENCE FEE – PROPOSED ABOLITION

Q #725
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the proposed abolition of the monthly television licence fee of Rs 150 imposed by the Mauritius Broadcasting…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/725) Ms A. Savabaddy (First 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) BANK OF MAURITIUS – PUBLIC NOTICE 12 MAY 2026 – MONEY PRINTING ALLEGATIONS

Q #726
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the Public Notice dated 12 May 2026 issued by the Bank of Mauritius in respect of allegations of money print…

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

"(No. B/726) 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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(Withdrawn) AIR MAURITIUS LTD – AIRCRAFTS SOLD, PURCHASED & HIRED

Q #727
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the aircrafts, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from Air Mauritius Ltd., information as to, sin…

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

"(No. B/727) 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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(Withdrawn) RODRIGUES – MONEY LAUNDERING – TRACKING & COMBATING ILLICIT FINANCIAL FLOWS

Q #729
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Mr V.C., former Chairperson of the Gambling Regulatory Authority, he will, for the benefit of the House, obt…

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

"(No. B/729) 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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(Withdrawn) ST. FELIX PUBLIC BEACH – ALLEGED MURDER – ARRESTS & SAFETY/SECURITY MEASURES

Q #732
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the St. Felix Public Beach, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Commissioner of Police, i…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/732) 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) COVID-19 PROJECTS DEVELOPMENT FUND – SILVER BANK (2022) – INVESTMENT

Q #734
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the then COVID-19 Projects Development Fund, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to…

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

"(No. B/734) 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 whether, …"

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(Withdrawn) GROS CAILLOUX – RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTIONS – PRELIMINARY ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT

Q #735
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the construction of new drains within the township of Vacoas-Phoenix, he will, for the benefit of the House,…

Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix · to Local Government

"(No. B/735) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the construction of new drains within the township of Vacoas-Phoenix, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

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Mr Woochit: Madam Speaker, the construction of new drains by local authorities is carried out in close collaboration with the Land Drainage Authority, which is a principal …

Q #736
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drain projects in Constituency No. 6, Grand Baie and Poudre d’Or, he will, for the benefit of the House, obt…

Mr Beejan · Grand Baie and Poudre D'or · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/736) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member Grand’ Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to drain projects in Constituency No. 6, Grand Baie and Poudre d’Or, he will, for the benefit of the …"

Reply

Mr Gunness: Madam Speaker, I am informed that in the current list of projects for the construction and upgrading of drainage infrastructure, annexure to climate and sustainability …

Q #737
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drug-related health conditions, he will state the number of adolescents admitted to public health institutio…

Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/737) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to drug-related health conditions, he will state the number of adolescents admitted to public health …"

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The Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation (Dr. A. Ramtohul): Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, with your permission, I will reply to this question on behalf of …

Q #738
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the national sports facilities, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the number t…

Mrs Henriette-Manan · Rodrigues · to Youth and Sports

"(No. B/738) Ms D. Henriette-Manan (Third Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the national sports facilities, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the number thereof …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, allow me to shed some light on the homologation of sports facilities before answering the question. Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, only national …

Q #739
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the demolition of the building housing the Saint-Croix Social Welfare Centre to make way for a Multi-Use Gam…

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

"(No. B/739) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare whether, in regard to the demolition of the building housing the Saint-Croix …"

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(Withdrawn) DYNAMO STREET, TYACK – WORKS’ PROGRESS

Q #740
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the lease of 25,5 arpents of Pas Géométriques situated at Salines Koenig, Rivière Noire, to Stella di Mare i…

Ms Joanna Bérenger · Vacoas and Floreal · to Housing and Lands

"(No. B/740) Ms J. Bérenger (First Member for Vacoas & Floréal) asked the Minister of Housing and Lands whether, in regard to the lease of 25,5 arpents of Pas Géométriques situated at Salines Koenig, Rivière Noire, to Stella di Mare in …"

Reply

Mr Mohamed: Madam Speaker, I'm informed that Stella di Mare Mauritius Limited was granted a 60-year industrial lease over part of the Pas Géométriques and State Land at Les …

Q #741
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the works being carried out at Dynamo Street, Tyack, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain informati…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/741) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the works being carried out at Dynamo Street, Tyack, he will, for the benefit of the …"

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(Withdrawn) The Deputy Speaker: So, I call upon the hon. Third Member for Flacq and Bon Accueil! BIOMASS – LOCAL & IMPORTED USE – ROADMAP

Q #742
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biomass, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the roadmap for increasing the use…

Mr Ramkalawon · Flacq and Bon Accueil · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/742) Mr C. Ramkalawon (Third Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to biomass, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the roadmap for …"

Reply

Mr Assirvaden: M. le président, actuellement, trois producteurs indépendants, IPPs, à savoir, Alteo Energy Ltd, Terragen Ltée et Omnicane produisent de l'électricité à partir de …

Q #743
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the newly constructed food court at Rose-Belle, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Distr…

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

"(No. B/743) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the newly constructed food court at Rose-Belle, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the …"

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Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, with regard to part (a) of the question, I am informed that the newly constructed food court at Rose Belle has an overall dimension of 47.5 …

Q #744
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the fleet of 100 electric buses donated by the Government of the Republic of India, he will, for the benefit…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Land Transport

"(No. B/744) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the fleet of 100 electric buses donated by the Government of the Republic of India, he will, for the …"

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Mr Osman Mahomed: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I read a Facebook post from the hon. Prayag of last Saturday afternoon, that is three days ago, thanking me and the NTC for the addition …

Q #745
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the current Director of the Financial Intelligence Unit, Mrs L.P., she will, for the benefit of the House, o…

Mr Ramkalawon · Flacq and Bon Accueil · to Financial Services and Economic Planning

"(No. B/745) Mr C. Ramkalawon (Third Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Minister of Financial Services and Economic Planning whether, in regard to the current Director of the Financial Intelligence Unit, Mrs L.P., she will, for the …"

Reply

Dr. Ms. Jeetun: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed that Mrs L.P. joined as the Director of FIU on 04 March 2025. With regard to part (a) of the question, the terms and …

Q #746
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the Mauritius Recreation Council, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain a breakdown of expenditure i…

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

"(No. B/746) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the Mauritius Recreation Council, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain a breakdown of …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the Mauritius Recreational Council, a parastatal body falling under my Ministry, was established under the Mauritius Recreational Council …

Q #747
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the proposed relocation of the Mahebourg Fire Station, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from th…

Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien · to Local Government

"(No. B/747) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the proposed relocation of the Mahebourg Fire Station, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

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Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the Chief Fire Officer that the relocation of the Mahebourg Fire Station has been under consideration for several years in …

Q #748
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Mogas and Gas Oil, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the State Trading Corporation, informa…

Mr Adrien Duval · Port Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Commerce and Consumer Protection

"(No. B/748) Mr A. Duval (Fourth Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Protection whether, in regard to Mogas and Gas Oil, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the State …"

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(Withdrawn) TAXI OPERATORS’ WELFARE FUND – CHAIRPERSON & MEMBERS – REMUNERATION & OVERTIME

Q #749
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the Taxi Operators Welfare Fund, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the – (a) f…

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

"(No. B/749) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the Taxi Operators Welfare Fund, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the – …"

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Mr Osman Mahomed: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the Taxi Operators Welfare Fund was established pursuant to the coming into operation of the Taxi Operators Welfare Fund Act 2021 with …

Q #750
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the recent visit of a Mauritian delegation to the National Cadet Corps of Maharashtra, India, he will, for t…

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

"(No. B/750) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the recent visit of a Mauritian delegation to the National Cadet Corps of Maharashtra, India, he will, …"

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Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, youth development remains a key national priority for government and my Ministry continues to implement programmes aimed at promoting youth …

Q #751
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the Central Electricity Board, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the – (a) ove…

Mr Beejan · Grand Baie and Poudre D'or · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/751) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d’Or) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the Central Electricity Board, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to …"

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Mr Assirvaden: M. le président, en ce qui concerne la partie (a) de la question, je suis informé par le CEB que le solde de découvert bancaire au 30 avril 2026 était de R 2.6 …

Q #752
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the People's Republic of China, he will state – (a) whether Mauritius will be reciprocating the recent zero-…

Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Foreign Affairs

"(No. B/752) Mr R. Jhummun (Second Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade whether, in regard to the People's Republic of China, he will state – (a) …"

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Mr Ramful: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, before replying to the substance of the question, allow me to provide a brief background for the benefit of the House. In June 2025, China …

Q #753
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ration rice, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the State Trading Corporation, information a…

Mr François · Rodrigues · to Commerce and Consumer Protection

"(No. B/753) Mr J. F. François (Second Member for Rodrigues) asked the hon. Minister of Commerce and Consumer Protection whether, in regard to ration rice, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the State Trading Corporation, …"

Reply

Mr Yeung Sik Yuen: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the State Trading Corporation that the monthly consumption of long grain white rice amounts to 1,650 metric tons in …

Q #754
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the proposed amendments to Policy A1 under the Outline Planning Scheme allowing for the construction of stor…

Ms Joanna Bérenger · Vacoas and Floreal · to Housing and Lands

"(No. B/754) Ms J. Bérenger (First Member for Vacoas & Floréal) asked the Minister of Housing and Lands whether, in regard to the proposed amendments to Policy A1 under the Outline Planning Scheme allowing for the construction of storage …"

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Mr Mohamed: It is B/754, n'est-ce pas? Madam Speaker, Government remains fully committed to the protection of prime agricultural land for food security, sustainable agriculture …

Q #755
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the concerns expressed as to the adverse effects of social media on the mental health of the youth, he will…

Mrs Henriette-Manan · Rodrigues · to Information Technology

"(No. B/755) Ms D. Henriette-Manan (Third Member for Rodrigues) asked the hon. Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation whether, in regard to the concerns expressed as to the adverse effects of social media on the …"

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Dr. Ramtohul: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I would like to thank the hon. Member for this question. A very topical one indeed. Mauritius has over the recent years experienced a rapid …

Q #756
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the Invalidity Pensions, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to, since January 2024…

Dr Aumeer · Port Louis South and Port Louis Central · to Social Integration

"(No. B/756) Dr. F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port Louis South & Port Louis Central) asked the Minister of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity whether, in regard to the Invalidity Pensions, he will, for the benefit …"

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Mr Subron: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to inform the House that at present, persons with disabilities are entitled to an invalid basic pension or a disability allowance after …

Q #757
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the Fisherman Registration Card, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to – (a) the n…

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

"(No. B/757) 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 Fisherman Registration Card, he will, for the benefit of the …"

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Dr. Boolell: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, let me thank our hon. friend for putting this question. I will say that in regard to part (a) of the question, I am informed that for the …

Q #758
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the case lodged before the First Instance Court in Spain to recover the 1.8 million euros paid to Pack and B…

Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/758) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to the case lodged before the First Instance Court in Spain to recover the 1.8 million euros paid to …"

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The Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation (Dr. A. Ramtohul): Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, with your permission, I will reply to this question on behalf of my …

Q #759
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the construction of 25 residential building units at Gros Cailloux by Morcellement Baobab Ltd., he will, for…

Ms Joanna Bérenger · Vacoas and Floreal · to Environment

"(No. B/759) Ms J. Bérenger (First Member for Vacoas & Floréal) asked the Minister of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change whether, in regard to the construction of 25 residential building units at Gros Cailloux by …"

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(Withdrawn) CENTRAL ELECTRICITY BOARD – SECURITY SERVICES – CONTRACTS

Q #760
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the security services, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Central Electricity Board, inf…

Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/760) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the security services, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Central …"

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(Withdrawn) NCE EXAMINATIONS – ABOLITION – ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS & MEASURES

Q #761
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the National Certificate of Education Examinations, he will state whether same will be abolished after the h…

Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Education and Human Resource

"(No. B/761) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Education and Human Resource whether, in regard to the National Certificate of Education Examinations, he will state whether same will be …"

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(Withdrawn) CATTLE IMPORTATION – PUNGANUR DWARF COW – CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Q #762
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the importation of cattle, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to whether the impor…

Mr Ramkalawon · Flacq and Bon Accueil · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/762) Mr C. Ramkalawon (Third Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in regard to the importation of cattle, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

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(Withdrawn) STATE COLLEGES – AFTER-SCHOOL HOURS – SPORTS FACILITIES

Q #763
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the existing sports facilities at the State colleges, including football pitches and gymnasia, he will state…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Education and Human Resource

"(No. B/763) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Education and Human Resource whether, in regard to the existing sports facilities at the State colleges, including football pitches …"

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(Withdrawn) BLACK RIVER DISTRICT – SCAVENGING SERVICES – CONTRACTORS

Q #764
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scavenging services in the Black River District, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information a…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to Local Government

"(No. B/764) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to scavenging services in the Black River District, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as …"

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(Withdrawn) GOODLANDS BY-PASS ROUNDABOUT – TRAFFIC CONGESTION – MEASURES

Q #765
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heavy traffic congestion occurring along the By-Pass from the Goodlands Roundabout to the Espace Maison/Roui…

Mr Beejan · Grand Baie and Poudre D'or · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/765) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to heavy traffic congestion occurring along the By-Pass from the Goodlands Roundabout to the Espace …"

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(Withdrawn) ELECTRIC AUTOCYCLES, BICYCLES & SCOOTERS – LEGISLATIVE FRAMEWORK

Q #766
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the use of electric-powered autocycles, bicycles and scooters on public roads, particularly by minors, he wi…

Mr Apollon · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien · to Land Transport

"(No. B/766) Mr T. Apollon (Second Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the use of electric-powered autocycles, bicycles and scooters on public roads, particularly by minors, he …"

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(Withdrawn) MAURITIUS & RODRIGUES – WOMEN ENTREPRENEUR LOAN SCHEME – TERMS & CONDITIONS

Q #768
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the proposed introduction of the Adoption Bill in the Assembly, she will state where matters stand.

Mrs Henriette-Manan · Rodrigues · to Deputy Prime Minister

"(No. B/768) Ms D. Henriette-Manan (Third Member for Rodrigues) asked the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare whether, in regard to the proposed introduction of the Adoption Bill in the Assembly, she will …"

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(Withdrawn) ENS AFRICA (MAURITIUS) – ALLEGED DISCRIMINATORY DISMISSAL – LABOUR LEGISLATIVE FRAMEWORK

Q #769
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the recent findings of the Equal Opportunities Commission in respect of the alleged discriminatory dismissal…

Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix · to Labour and Industrial Relations

"(No. B/769) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) asked the Minister of Labour and Industrial Relations whether, in regard to the recent findings of the Equal Opportunities Commission in respect of the alleged …"

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(Withdrawn) DOMESTIC VIOLENCE – PROTECTION ORDERS – CASES & MONITORING MECHANISM

Q #770
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Protection Orders in cases of domestic violence, she will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information…

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

"(No. B/770) Dr. F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port-Louis South & Port-Louis Central) asked the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare whether, in regard to Protection Orders in cases of domestic violence, she …"

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(Withdrawn) SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY – IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES

Q #772
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the elaboration of a Solid Waste Management Strategy, he will state where matters stand, indicating the – (a…

Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Environment

"(No. B/772) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change whether, in regard to the elaboration of a Solid Waste Management Strategy, he will …"

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(Withdrawn) CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL EXAMINATIONS – MAURITIAN CANDIDATES’ PERFORMANCE – REMEDIAL MEASURES

Q #773
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the performance of Mauritian candidates in the last Cambridge International Examinations, he will state the…

Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Education and Human Resource

"(No. B/773) Mr R. Jhummun (Second Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Education and Human Resource whether, in regard to the performance of Mauritian candidates in the last Cambridge International …"

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(Withdrawn) CONSTITUENCY NO. 7 – WATER LEAKAGES & DAMAGED PIPELINES – COMPLAINTS & REPAIRS

Q #774
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the complaints of water leakages and damaged pipelines in Constituency No. 7, Piton and Rivière du Rempart,…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/774) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the complaints of water leakages and damaged pipelines in Constituency No. 7, Piton and …"

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(Withdrawn) CENTRAL WATER AUTHORITY – FINANCIAL SITUATION – LOANS

Q #775
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the Central Water Authority, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain therefrom, information as to the…

Mr Ramkalawon · Flacq and Bon Accueil · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/775) Mr C. Ramkalawon (Third Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the Central Water Authority, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain therefrom, information …"

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(Withdrawn) MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT – WOMEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP – ENHANCEMENT & STRENGTHENING

Q #777
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women entrepreneurship, she will state the vision of her Ministry for the enhancement and strengthening ther…

Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes · to Deputy Prime Minister

"(No. B/777) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare whether, in regard to women entrepreneurship, she will state the vision of her …"

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(Withdrawn) REHABILITATION YOUTH CENTRE – PROPOSED TRANSFER – LEGISLATIVE AMENDMENTS

Q #780
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the issue of the transfer of the Rehabilitation Youth Centre from under the responsibility of the Prime Mini…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Deputy Prime Minister

"(No. B/780) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare whether, in regard to the issue of the transfer of the Rehabilitation Youth …"

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(Withdrawn) LA POINTE KOENIG, LES SALINES, RIVIERE NOIRE – CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS – EIA LICENCES

Q #44
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the ongoing construction projects at La Pointe Koenig at Les Salines, Rivière Noire, he will, for the benefi…

Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Environment

"(No. A/44) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change whether, in regard to the ongoing construction projects at La Pointe Koenig at Les …"

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Reply: Since 2006 to date, the Ministry of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change has issued thirteen Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) Licences in the region …

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OBITUARY MR VALAYDON RAM MARDEMOOTOO The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, it is with great sadness that we have learnt of the demise of Mr Valaydon Ram Mardemootoo, former Member …

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

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PUBLIC BILLS First Reading On motion made and seconded the Constitutional Review Commission Bill, (No. VI of 2026) was read a first time. Second Reading THE ELECTRONIC …

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PUBLIC BILLS Second Reading THE ELECTRONIC TRANSACTIONS (AMENDMENT) BILL (No. V OF 2026) (5.33 p.m.) Ms D. Henriette-Manan (Third Member for Rodrigues): Merci beaucoup. …

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ADJOURNMENT The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I beg to move that this Assembly do now adjourn to Tuesday 26 May 2026 at 11.30 a.m. Mr Bhagwan rose and seconded. Question put …