Senate heads for recess after conclusion of first session

The Senate today concluded its sittings for the first of two sessions in the year after close to five months since the Senators were sworn in December 27 last year.

The recess which lasts for two months must also include a 15 days period which the Senators must visit their respective areas of representation.

During today’s session, the Independent Constitutional Review and Implementation Commission presented its report to the Senate.

The Commission cited financial constraints as a major challenge and lack of goodwill from the government to support its work.

Political instability characterized by removal of Prime Ministers in the previous administration significantly impeded the constitutional review process, the commission said.

Since December 27, the Senate has completed the formation of the Senate Committees, debated and endorsed the Senate Standing Orders besides joint sittings with the Lower House in the election of the President.

The Senate did not however indicate when the second session will start. The Provisional Constitution stipulates Parliament will have two sessions of four months in a year.