The Opposition wants a government of national unity but only if the Prime Minister resigns.
Supreme Court Sentences Each Convicted MPs To 3-4 years Imprisonment
“This case will set a precedent for future matters relating to bribery,” Justice Mary Sey said.
Supreme Court: Pardon Instrument Unconstitutional
“Mercy is not the subject of legal rights. Mercy begins when legal rights end”, Justice Saksak stated in Court this afternoon when referring to the power to pardon.
Pardon Instrument – Judgement Today
THE SUPREME COURT will deliver its judgment on the legality of the Pardon Instrument for the 14 convicted Members of Parliament this afternoon Wednesday, 21st October, 2015.
Commonwealth Secretary-General Emphaisez Importance For Rule Of Law In Vanuatu
“The Commonwealth Charter is clear that governments, political parties and civil society are all responsible for upholding and promoting democratic culture and practices. All are accountable to the public,” the Secretary-General said. “The people of Vanuatu understandably and reasonably expect the rule of law and their constitution to prevail.”
The President Has Revoked The Pardon For Pipite And 13 MP’s Convicted Of Bribery
“On this values,”” the President declared, “I have come out to let us all know that the option that I decided on, is to revoke the (Pardon) instrument that the Acting President made and gazetted on 11th October, I make this decisions following this reasons…
Transparency International Vanuatu Condemns Actions By Pipite. PM Needs To Speak Up.
The Prime Minister needs to explain his government plans, the people deserve the right to know.
President Considering Options To Clean Up The ‘Dirt’
The President said. “I am considering my options on how I will clean up the dirt after I receive my legal advice’s.”
14 Members Of Parliament Found Guilty By The Supreme Court Of Vanuatu For Bribery
In her statement Judge Sey said that she accepted all the evidences provided by the witnesses, she concluded that the evidence by the witnesses were “clear, consistent”. She said “I find it credible, and I accept it”.
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