13:16
JP parliamentary group has notified its members to vote as they wish on the issue of the removal of the two judges of the Supreme Court.
12:53
Velidhoo MP Abdulla Yameen has told Sun Online that he is currently abroad for personal reasons. He said that the MDP leadership has been informed of the trip, which was planned two months ago and for which he bought tickets in October.
MDP has informed its parliamentary members to participate in today’s vote, and vote against the decision to remove two judges of the Supreme Court. The party has warned that action would be taken against MPs who violate the three-line whip.
12:36
Maafannu-North MP Imthiyaz Fahmy has claimed that he has received death threats via SMS.
11:39
The parliament has scheduled the vote on the removal of Chief Justice Ahmed Faiz Hussain and Judge Ahmed Muthasim, for 1:30 p.m.
11:01
MDP Chairperson Ali Waheed has thanked Judge Shaheen Hameed for filing the case to the High Court, requesting the annulment of the amendment to the Courts Act.
10:48
Speaking at the ongoing protest, MDP Chairperson Ali Waheed has said that they would not leave the protest, and that today is a day of success.
Meanwhile, about four people, holding MDP flags, are protesting near Traders Hotel in favour of the removal of the judges.
10:24
A case has been filed to High Court regarding the removal of the two Supreme Court judges.
10:12
MDP Chairperson Ali Waheed has said that a case has been filed to Civil Court, regarding the removal of Chief Justice Ahmed Faiz Hussain and Judge Ahmed Muthasim.
10:10
The debate regarding the removal of Chief Justice Ahmed Faiz Hussain and Judge Ahmed Muthasim has come to an end. The parliament will now vote on the issue.
10:08
MP Nihan has condemned the attacks on MP Imthiyaz Fahmy and MP Abdulla Riyaz.
Nihan said that the decision to remove the judges is not a violation of the Constitution, and that the Constitution states that the legislature has the authority to amend laws as required.
He said that no MP can claim that the reduction of the Supreme Court bench from seven to four is against the Constitution.
He also brought up former President Nasheed’s remarks on 15 Mach 2014, when he criticised judge.
Nihan criticised Nasheed and said that he only has authority within MDP; and that the authority he has, was gained through intimidating MDP members.
09:57
Makunudhoo MP Anara Naeem has requested the detail report of the decision by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) to remove the two judges.
09:54
Kinbidhoo MP Abdulla Riyaz has said that the report regarding the decision to remove the judges has not been received; and that these decisions, which are violations of democratic principles, are not acceptable.
09:52
About fifty people are gathered for a protest on Sosun Magu. Former President Mohamed Nasheed joined the protest moments ago.
09:44
Mathiveri MP Hussain Mohamed has said that MPs should be informed in detail of the issues that are put forward for debate. He said that “three lines” are not enough, and requested clarification regarding the issue.
09:39
JP Leader Gasim Ibrahim has condemned the attack on JP Parliamentary Group Deputy Leader Abdulla Riyaz.
We have sent a letter requesting security – it has not been arranged. We should not have to beg for security.
09:38
Speaker of Parliament Abdulla Maseeh has condemned the attack on MP Abdulla Riyaz.
09:35
Thoddoo MP Ibrahim Hassan has said that their Deputy Leader has been attacked with crude oil, and that the promise to provide security to parliament members has still not been fulfilled.
09:32
Maafannu-North MP Imthiyaz Fahmy has condemned the decision to dismiss two judges, while Ali Hameed remains as a judge.
09:32
Maafannu-North MP Imthiyaz Fahmy has said that he had been attacked with crude oil, and called for an investigation.
09:30
Komandoo MP Ahmed Nashid has said that he hopes that all MPs would act in accordance with their oaths, and within the boundaries of the Constitution.
09:26
Addu Meedhoo MP Rozaina Adam has said that they would not stand by and watch while undue influence is imposed on independent institutions. She said that the decision to not include Judge Ali Hameed among the two judges to be dismissed, shows the incapability of the government.
09:21
Kendhoo MP Ali Hussain has said that the decision to remove the two judges is a violation of the Constitution. He said that the Chief Justice, or any judge in the Maldives cannot be removed from their posts in this manner.
09:18
Mahchangolhi-North MP Mariya Ahmed Didi has said that parliament members should be informed of the reason behind the decision to remove the two judges.
09:17
Opposition party, Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) has raised procedural issues as soon as the sitting began. MDP members have said that the removal of Chief Justice Ahmed Faiz Hussain and Judge Ahmed Muthasim is against the Constitution.
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