The Local Authorities Elections (Special Provisions) Bill was passed by a special majority, without amendments in Parliament yesterday (Feb. 17).
The Second Reading debate pertaining to the said Bill was held yesterday (17) from 2.00 pm to 7.00 pm. Thereafter, 187 votes were cast in favor of the Bill. Following being considered at the Committee stage, a division was called for the Third Reading of the Bill. Accordingly, 158 votes were cast in favor of the Bill. The Second Reading and the Third Reading of the Local Authorities Elections (Special Provisions) Bill was passed by a special majority, without amendments in Parliament.
