Parliament Set to Debate 2025 Budget and Economic Policy from March 18
Ghana’s Parliament is set to begin a critical debate on the 2025 Budget and Economic Policy Statement on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, following its presentation by the Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson.
According to the Business Statement adopted by Parliament for the week ending March 21, 2025, the House has scheduled an intensive deliberation on the budget’s provisions and economic direction.
Budget Debate Timeline and Approval Process
Majority Leader, Kweku George Ricketts-Hagan, outlined the schedule, confirming that the debate will commence on Tuesday, March 18, and conclude on Monday, March 24, 2025.
“The Business Committee has scheduled the debate on the Budget Statement and Economic Policy of the government to commence on Tuesday, March 18, and conclude on Monday, March 24, 2025,” he stated while reading the Business Statement in Parliament.
Additionally, the Deputy Majority Leader provided key insights into the modalities for the discussions, affirming that Parliament aims to pass the Appropriation Bill by the end of March 2025 to ensure a smooth execution of government policies.
Extended Sittings and Committee Meetings
To ensure a thorough review of the budget, the House will extend its sittings from Monday, March 24, 2025, onward. Committees have also been directed to meet in the mornings, with plenary sessions scheduled to commence at 12 noon daily.
“Committees are urged to sit in the morning, as plenary sittings will commence at 12 noon,” the Deputy Majority Leader emphasized.
Post-Budget Workshop and Policy Review
Ahead of the parliamentary debate, lawmakers will engage in a post-budget workshop from Saturday, March 15, to Monday, March 17, 2025, in the Chamber of Parliament.
The workshop aims to equip MPs with in-depth insights into the budget details, enabling them to make informed contributions during the debate.
Key Takeaways and Expectations
- Budget Debate Begins: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
- Debate Ends: Monday, March 24, 2025
- Extended Sittings: Begin March 24, 2025
- Committees to Sit in the Morning, Plenary at 12 noon
- Post-Budget Workshop: March 15 – 17, 2025
With economic recovery and fiscal discipline at the forefront of Ghana’s development agenda, this debate is expected to shape key financial policies and determine the government’s spending priorities for 2025.
SOURCE : DEW360.NET
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