Decentralization Act
19 articles
Mauroof: Government attempting to strip councils of all powers except for birth and death registration
Gov't moves to allow Cabinet to seize lands and properties under local council jurisdiction without prior consultation
State must not seize islands and private property at its whim without providing fair compensation: Shamheed
MDP calls for immediate end to interference in independence and powers granted to city councils
Applications open for membership on the LGA Board
Amendments to Decentralization Act pose significant obstacles to councils in fulfilling their responsibilities: Mayor Azim
Hirimaradhoo residents: No point in flying the flag at this council; uninhabited islands do not fly flags
MDP to challenge "unlawful" removal of Thinadhoo Council President in court
Didi Reverses Course, Says Island Chiefs Were Better Than Councilors
Secretary Generals of all atoll councils to be dismissed as staff are transferred to "Atoll Offices"
It has been decided that chairpersons of WDCs in cities will receive a monthly remuneration of MVR 41,000, while those in islands will receive MVR 21,000 per month
Hirimaradhoo Council and Atoll Councils officially dissolved
President Muizzu is stripping councils of their autonomy following his electoral defeat in the local elections!
MDP heads to court to nullify amendments to Decentralization Act
Pres. declares Dh. Valla part of Dh. Kudahuvadhoo to spur economic development
Majlis greenlights bill stripping councils of powers
Chief Judge decides to overturn Registrar’s rejection of case on Thinadhoo Mayor’s suspension
