IPNEWS: Members of the House of Representatives have commenced a three-day Reform Forum aimed at discussing methods of implementing Legislative reforms.
The House in Partnership with the European Union, Sweden Sverige, Irish Aid, UNDP, and UN Women is conducting this Legislative Reform Forum under the theme: Responsive Lawmaking, Proactive Oversight and Peope-Centered Representation.
Speaker Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa expressed gratitude to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and other partners for their substantial support.
“We remain grateful to the UNDP for its unwavering partnership and assistance,” Speaker Koffa stated.
Speaker Koffa described the support of UNDP and other partners as crucial in making the forum a success.
At the same time, Speaker J. Fonati Koffa has revealed that the total amount of US$ 16,062.50 (Sixteen Thousand, Sixty-two Dollars and Fifty Cents) as the cost incurred by the House for theย Legislative Reform Forum.
According to him, this amount covers the Secretariat, Facilitators, Media, and Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) for members over the three-day event held at the Farmington Hotel in Lower Margibi County.
The financial contribution from the House ensured the smooth operation of key components essential for the success of the event.
It is noteworthy that in additional to technical support the accommodation and feeding expenses were generously covered by partner organizations, alleviating a significant portion of the overall cost, the Speaker asserted.
He said the House will publish a full financial report after the Forum. The House of Representatives will also brief the public on the outcomes of the Forum.
Speaker Koffa reiterated that the House under his leadership will continue to uphold the renents of openess and transparency as members discharge their constitutional responsibilities.
