MPs to Get Personal Secretaries Again After Cabinet Decision

Summary

The Council of Ministers has decided to allow Members of Parliament to appoint personal secretaries again with facilities equivalent to a Section Officer.

Key Points
  • The Council of Ministers decided to allow MPs to have personal secretaries again.
  • Minister Sobita Gautam announced the revival of the provision through schedule amendment in the relevant Act.
  • The interim government led by Sushila Karki had previously abolished the facility after the Janji movement.
  • MPs will regain the facility once the amendment is published in the Gazette.
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