Chief Government Spokesperson, Cornelius Mweetwa, says attempts by some opposition political parties to block constitutional amendment Bill number seven from being passed in parliament will not succeed. And Mr Mweetwa, who is also Minister of Information and Media, says the government is aware that some opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) have been paid to vote against Bill seven.He reiterated that Bill seven is legal and has the support of many credible stakeholders.Speaking at a press briefing held at his Office in Lusaka today, Mr Mweetwa said at a press briefing in Lusaka today that constitution amendment Bill seven was proposed in good faith.He expressed confidence that the Bill and the 13 clauses contained in it will be voted for and passed because its articles are favoured by the majority people.“Subject to clause 3, alterations of this constitution shall not be passed unless the Bill is supported on Second and Third readings by the votes of not less than two-thirds MPs,” he stated.Mr Mweetwa has since appealed to the opposition to re-introspect themselves and support the important piece of legislation.And Mr Mweetwa has said President Hakainde Hichilema respects the constitution and will continue to govern the country through the rule and law.On the Select Technical Committee, Mr Mweetwa said proposals are in national interest to come up with a constitution that will stand the test of time.Meanwhile, the Minister has called for calm and civility in the ongoing constitution making process.He commended the labour movement, students and other stakeholders for offering constructive support for Bill seven. And Mr Mweetwa, who is also Minister of Information and Media, says the government is aware that some opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) have been paid to vote against Bill seven.
He reiterated that Bill seven is legal and has the support of many credible stakeholders.Speaking at a press briefing held at his Office in Lusaka today, Mr Mweetwa said at a press briefing in Lusaka today that constitution amendment Bill seven was proposed in good faith.He expressed confidence that the Bill and the 13 clauses contained in it will be voted for and passed because its articles are favoured by the majority people.“Subject to clause 3, alterations of this constitution shall not be passed unless the Bill is supported on Second and Third readings by the votes of not less than two-thirds MPs,” he stated.Mr Mweetwa has since appealed to the opposition to re-introspect themselves and support the important piece of legislation.And Mr Mweetwa has said President Hakainde Hichilema respects the constitution and will continue to govern the country through the rule and law.On the Select Technical Committee, Mr Mweetwa said proposals are in national interest to come up with a constitution that will stand the test of time.Meanwhile, the Minister has called for calm and civility in the ongoing constitution making process.He commended the labour movement, students and other stakeholders for offering constructive support for Bill seven. He reiterated that Bill seven is legal and has the support of many credible stakeholders. Speaking at a press briefing held at his Office in Lusaka today, Mr Mweetwa said at a press briefing in Lusaka today that constitution amendment Bill seven was proposed in good faith.
He expressed confidence that the Bill and the 13 clauses contained in it will be voted for and passed because its articles are favoured by the majority people.“Subject to clause 3, alterations of this constitution shall not be passed unless the Bill is supported on Second and Third readings by the votes of not less than two-thirds MPs,” he stated.Mr Mweetwa has since appealed to the opposition to re-introspect themselves and support the important piece of legislation.And Mr Mweetwa has said President Hakainde Hichilema respects the constitution and will continue to govern the country through the rule and law.On the Select Technical Committee, Mr Mweetwa said proposals are in national interest to come up with a constitution that will stand the test of time.Meanwhile, the Minister has called for calm and civility in the ongoing constitution making process.He commended the labour movement, students and other stakeholders for offering constructive support for Bill seven. He expressed confidence that the Bill and the 13 clauses contained in it will be voted for and passed because its articles are favoured by the majority people. “Subject to clause 3, alterations of this constitution shall not be passed unless the Bill is supported on Second and Third readings by the votes of not less than two-thirds MPs,” he stated.Mr Mweetwa has since appealed to the opposition to re-introspect themselves and support the important piece of legislation.And Mr Mweetwa has said President Hakainde Hichilema respects the constitution and will continue to govern the country through the rule and law.On the Select Technical Committee, Mr Mweetwa said proposals are in national interest to come up with a constitution that will stand the test of time.Meanwhile, the Minister has called for calm and civility in the ongoing constitution making process.He commended the labour movement, students and other stakeholders for offering constructive support for Bill seven.
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“Subject to clause 3, alterations of this constitution shall not be passed unless the Bill is supported on Second and Third readings by the votes of not less than two-thirds MPs,” he stated. Mr Mweetwa has since appealed to the opposition to re-introspect themselves and support the important piece of legislation.And Mr Mweetwa has said President Hakainde Hichilema respects the constitution and will continue to govern the country through the rule and law.On the Select Technical Committee, Mr Mweetwa said proposals are in national interest to come up with a constitution that will stand the test of time.Meanwhile, the Minister has called for calm and civility in the ongoing constitution making process.He commended the labour movement, students and other stakeholders for offering constructive support for Bill seven. Mr Mweetwa has since appealed to the opposition to re-introspect themselves and support the important piece of legislation. And Mr Mweetwa has said President Hakainde Hichilema respects the constitution and will continue to govern the country through the rule and law.On the Select Technical Committee, Mr Mweetwa said proposals are in national interest to come up with a constitution that will stand the test of time.Meanwhile, the Minister has called for calm and civility in the ongoing constitution making process.He commended the labour movement, students and other stakeholders for offering constructive support for Bill seven.
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