Speaker urges government to make laws through Parliament, not ordinances
Summary
Speaker DP Aryal has urged the government to pass laws through Parliament instead of ordinances, saying public scrutiny and stakeholder input should be part of the legislative process. The remarks come as the government considers multiple ordinances, including possible changes to the Civil Service Act and other key laws.
Key Points
- Speaker DP Aryal said laws should be made through Parliament so the public and lawmakers can review and debate them openly.
- He said wider scrutiny would strengthen public and international confidence in legislation and benefit the prime minister and Cabinet.
- The government has already issued several ordinances and is considering more, including possible amendments to the Civil Service Act.
- Aryal said the Constitution allows ordinances when necessary, but such use should be justified by circumstances.
