"2024 Budget Workshop Must Be Held In Parliament" - Speaker Bagbin Declares After Contention In parliament

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The venue for the Post-2024 Budget Workshop became a point of contention among Members of Parliament, leading to a split between advocating for the Rock City Hotel and the Volta Serene Hotel. This debate emerged following the advocacy by Buem MP, Kofi Adams, who pushed for holding the workshop in Accra to mitigate costs in light of the current economic circumstances.
Parliamentary Decision
Amidst this dialogue, Speaker Alban Bagbin wielded his authority, directing that the parliamentary premises be the designated venue for the crucial post-budget workshop. This decision came subsequent to initial plans announced by Deputy Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, proposing the Rock City Hotel in the Eastern Region as the workshop's location.
Embracing Democracy
Expressing the final ruling, Speaker Bagbin emphasized the triumph of democracy and the prevailing will of the people leading to their representatives' decision to conduct the post-budget workshop within Parliament. He underscored the intrinsic connection between this decision and the representation of the people's voice in such critical matters.
2024's post-budget workshop is now slated to convene within the hallowed halls of Parliament, aligning with the will of the representatives and reflecting the democratic essence of the decision-making process.
This determination not only reflects a decisive resolution to the venue's predicament but also stands as a testament to the democratic dynamics at play within the legislative sphere, encapsulating the balance between representative decision-making and civic responsibility.
 

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