Four Political Parties Withdraw from Constitution Amendment Debate Task Force
Summary
Four political parties have withdrawn from the Constitution Amendment Debate Paper Task Force citing the government's failure to clarify amendment subjects and concerns over changes to the constitution's preamble undermining federalism.
Key Points
- Four political parties withdrew from the Constitution Amendment Debate Paper Task Force citing lack of clarity and relevance.
- The task force had collected about 41,000 suggestions from various stakeholders over 90 days.
- The parties demanded a written commitment not to alter the constitution's preamble and fundamental values.
- The task force plans to submit the debate paper to the Prime Minister by the deadline despite withdrawals.
