Parliament to debate on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill at a later date

Parliament will debate on the Bill to establish the Truth and Reconciliation Commission at a later date.

The Bill was tabled for the first time by Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka in Parliament this evening.

Speaker, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu says in accordance to Standing Order 84(1) the Bill has been read for the first time and will now be listed in the order paper to be set down for a second reading at a future sitting date.

Ratu Naiqama adds the Prime Minister will give notice for the second reading and has encouraged MPs to utilise the time in reading the Bill and prepare for debate.