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Sugarcane farmers call off protest, set July deadline for government action on Komenda Sugar Factory
The Sugarcane Farmers Association of Ghana (SUFAG) has decided to suspend its planned demonstration against the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, which was originally scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026. In a statement released on Sunday, June 14, the association indicated that this decision was the result of a high-level intervention and preliminary discussions…
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BURKINA FASO MILITARY GOVERNMENT HAS REPORTEDLY DELIVERED OVER 17.4 BILLION IN INFRASTRUCTURE IN THE FIRST SIX MONTHS OF 2026. NO IMF
While certain African governments spend years attending donor conferences to solicit development funds, Captain Ibrahim Traore of Burkina Faso has recently inaugurated three modern toll stations valued at 17.4 billion. This achievement was realized by a nation that expelled foreign military forces, reclaimed its gold mines, and chose to rely on its own capabilities. These…
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North Tongu MP, DCE support Peki – Tsame accident Victims GH₵110,000 for Medical assistance
The District Chief Executive for North Tongu, Honorable Victoria Amefadzi Yawa Doe, in collaboration with the Member of Parliament for North Tongu and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honorable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has extended substantial support to the victims of the unfortunate Peki-Tsame road accident who are currently receiving treatment at the Ho Teaching Hospital. On…
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Ghana is incurring a loss of Gh₵6.2 billion due to inadequate waste management, and the lack of government intervention could result in even greater financial consequences.
While national discussions continue to focus on issues such as debt, taxation, energy, and infrastructure, a much less visible crisis is quietly draining billions of cedis from Ghana’s economy each year. According to a recent study conducted by the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) at the University of Ghana, the nation incurs…
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Family Allegedly Refuses to Bury Relative, Leaves Casket in Bush Over Claims He Abandoned His Hometown
Residents of Kumasi have been left astounded following an incident where a family reportedly abandoned the casket of a deceased relative in a bush, allegedly refusing to proceed with the burial. An eyewitness reported that family members claimed the deceased had spent numerous years abroad and rarely returned home or engaged in family and community…
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POLICE ARREST SUSPECT FOR THE MURDER OF UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST STUDENT
The Ghana Police Service has arrested suspect Michael Mensah aged 39, for the murder of Innocentia Atsufui Avinu. The suspect was arrested by the IGP’s Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team on 15th June 2026 at about 1915 hours at the Pedu Lorry Station, Cape-Coast, following sustained intelligence-led operations. Preliminary investigation has revealed that on 11th…
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MISSING FETISH PRIEST FOUND UNCONSCIOUS AFTER THREE-DAY SEARCH
Mr. Dosey, a 61-year-old fetish priest and palm wine tapper, who went missing for three days, has been found unconscious with multiple injuries in a bush at Assin Kushia in the Assin North District of the Central Region. The victim is said to have left his home on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, after informing family…
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BAWKU SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ENGAGES IN UNRULY BEHAVIOR
At approximately 1:00 a.m. on Monday, 15 June 2026, students of Bawku Senior High School inflicted significant damage and destroyed school property. In an interview with bSMART MEDIA UPPER EAST, the Ghana Education Service (GES) Director for the Bawku Municipality, Mr. Isaac Abweko Azasoo, revealed that some final-year students, who are scheduled to complete their…
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Authorities at Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region have launched an investigation into allegations involving a teacher and a final-year
Authorities at Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region have commenced an investigation into allegations involving a teacher and a final-year student following the emergence of a video linked to the two individuals online. The video has elicited widespread responses from students, parents, and residents of the Bole community. According to reports, the teacher,…
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The Suhum Municipal Assembly is set to enforce the Child Labour Law in order to safeguard the welfare of children.
Child labor has become a prevalent issue in the Suhum Municipality. The Suhum Municipal Assembly, along with other stakeholders, is actively working to enforce by-laws aimed at safeguarding children in the area. Numerous children have been observed engaging in activities such as riding motorcycles, selling bottled water, and various other tasks within the municipality. Child…
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Government Boosts Support for Farmers with Fertilizer and Drone Distribution
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture is scheduled to distribute 40,000 bags of fertilizer and agricultural drones to peasant farmers nationwide on Tuesday, 16th June. This initiative is part of the government’s efforts to enhance agricultural productivity, improve food security, and support smallholder farmers, who are essential to Ghana’s economy. The distribution of fertilizer is…
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IGP deploys special investigative team from Accra to Cape Coast to unravel death of UCC student
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has dispatched a team of special investigative and intelligence officers from Accra to Cape Coast to bolster ongoing police operations and support active inquiries into the death of a student from the University of Cape Coast, Innocentia Avinu. The team is anticipated to collaborate closely with regional…
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Police inspector (dismissed) arrested for supplying weapons to terrorist.
A major breakthrough has been recorded in Nigeria’s fíght against viólent crimé after troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP) arrested a dismissed police inspector allegedly linked to an interstate àrms tràfficking network supplying wéapons to críminal groups across the country. The suspect, identified as Danjuma Yusuf, was apprehended in Plateau State following intelligence reports that…
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Peasant Farmers Lament Late Subsidies Despite MoFA’s Plan To Distribute 40,000 Fertiliser Bags
Smallholder farmers throughout Ghana are urgently appealing to the government for the immediate disbursement of funds for the national fertilizer subsidy program. They caution that any further delays could severely impact livelihoods and undermine food production for the 2026 farming season. The farmers report that administrative obstacles have left many without access to subsidized fertilizer…
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Bole SHS teacher under scrutiny over alleged sexual misconduct with final-year student
Authorities at Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region have initiated an investigation into allegations involving a teacher and a final-year student, following the online circulation of a video allegedly associated with the two individuals. This incident has prompted extensive discussion within both the school and the Bole community, with many expressing their shock…
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No trained teachers and deteriorating classrooms: Garkuon School in distress.
The sole educational institution in the community has languished in a state of disrepair for several years. The deteriorating roof, weakened wooden framework, and crumbling classrooms have transformed what ought to be a secure learning environment into a symbol of neglect. Residents assert that, despite their substantial contributions to Ghana’s agricultural economy, fundamental social amenities…
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Tomato Farmers in Ada-Sege seek government intervention
G/A, Sege Ada, 11th June 2026. Farmers in several communities within the Ningo-Prampram District and Ada West District in Ghana’s Greater Accra Region have raised alarm after their tomato crops began dying on their farms, despite efforts to manage the situation. Speaking to Okorli FM news teams during visits to affected areas, farmers from Koluedor,…
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Six Suspects arrested for Allegedly cultivating Large scale of Cannabis
The Ghana Police Service has arrested six suspects over the cultivation of cannabis in two communities in the Eastern Region. The arrests were made at Nsuta Aperade in the Okere District, and Nsuta Hasi in the Yilo Krobo Municipality, where officers discovered over seven acres of cannabis farms concealed deep within difficult terrain. According to…
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Ablekuma North MP, Hon. Ewurabena Aubynn has calls on the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection and other relevant institutions to strengthen policies and programs that promotes inclusion, protects the rights of persons with albinism
The Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North, Hon. Ewurabena Aubynn has called on the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection and other relevant institutions to strengthen policies and programs that promote inclusion, protect the rights of persons with albinism, and create equal opportunities for them to thrive in society. Delivering a statement on the…
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Prophet Adom Kyei Dua calls on parliament to debate on the word “Witch”
Prophet Stephen Adom Kyei-Duah, the Founder and Leader of the Philadelphia Movement, has urged the Parliament of Ghana to initiate a national debate regarding the definition and application of the term “a witch,” emphasizing the need for urgent public discourse and clarification on the subject. This appeal was made during the Friday Healing and Deliverance…
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Central Tongu DCE meets the CEO of (CWSA) to address the water situation in the community
The District Chief Executive for Central Tongu, Honorable Addison Dodzi Mornyuie, convened with the Chief Executive Officer of the Community Water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA), Mr. Vincent Senam Kuagbenu, at the Agency’s Head Office to engage in further deliberations regarding the water situation in Central Tongu. During the meeting, the challenges faced by the residents…
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A young student from the University of Cape Coast (UCC), who had been reported missing for several days, has tragically been discovered deceased at a beach.
A young student from the University of Cape Coast (UCC), who had been reported missing for several days, has tragically been found deceased at a beach. This incident has left her family, friends, and community members in deep shock and mourning. The deceased, identified as Innocentia, hailed from Dzodze and was a recipient of a…
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Five People Arrested For Allegedly Stealing Materials Meant for Construction of Mepe to Sege Road
The Assembly Member for the Mepe Degorme Electoral Area has brought to light an incident involving the apprehension of five individuals accused of stealing materials intended for the rehabilitation of the road from Mepe to Sege. According to the Assembly Member, Mr. Pythias Agbemor Normenyo, the five individuals, identified as natives of Mafi Dugame, were…
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Final-year student of Koforidua Senior High Technical School (KSTS)Passes on during the WAECCE Exam
A final-year student of Koforidua Senior High Technical School (KSTS), Apassa Isaac, has tragically passed away after reportedly leaving the school premises without authorization during the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). According to reports from school sources, Isaac completed his English Language examination before allegedly departing the campus without permission and venturing…
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DCE INSPECTS ONGOING CONSTRUCTION OF FREE PRIMARY HEALTH CARE CENTRE AT ADUDORNU-ZORTIKPO
On Thursday, 11th June 2026, Ho. Victoria Amefadze paid a working visit to Adudornu-Zortikpo to inspect the progress of work on the ongoing construction of the Free Primary Health Care Centre in the community. The visit formed part of efforts to monitor the implementation of key development projects within the district and to ensure that…
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Lets all units and support the black stars ahead of the 2026 Wold cup, MP for Akuapem SOUTH
The Member of Parliament for Akuapem South, Hon. Lawrencia Dziwornu, has called on Ghanaians to unite and rally behind the Black Stars ahead of Ghana’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Presenting a statement on the floor of Parliament, she urged citizens to demonstrate their patriotism by supporting the national team as the team…
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South Africa must go demo
A massive demo took place in Accra on Thursday, June 11, as Ghanaians demand the shut down of all companies owned by South Africans in Ghana. The demonstration, organized by the Ghana First Alliance, was held at Independence Square, where protesters carried placards and chanted “South Africa Must Go” in response to what South Africans…
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VOLTA REGIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL RECEIVES INDIAN INVESTORS TO EXPLORE STRATEGIC INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The Volta Regional Co-ordinating Council today received a delegation of Indian investors from Chipsan Aviation Limited and Southern College of Engineering and Technology to explore strategic investment opportunities within the Volta Region. Led by the Executive Director of the Volta Development Forum, Mr. Daniel Agboka Dzegede, the delegation discussed proposals to establish a College of…
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𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝟔𝟎𝟎 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍 𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐀𝐆𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐌𝐄 𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐔𝐆𝐔
More than 600 young women from communities across the Savelugu Municipality gathered at the Diari School Park on June 6, 2026, for a pre-season durbar under the Harnessing Agricultural Productivity and Prosperity for Youth (HAPPY) Programme, signalling a growing interest among women in commercial agriculture and agribusiness. The event, organised by Newage Agric Solutions Ltd.,…
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Brief History of Odumase -Krobo
Odumase-Krobo is the traditional capital of the Manya Krobo State and the seat of the Konor, the Klo Matse. It is also the capital of the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality in the Eastern Region. The Greenwich Meridian crosses the city, with a marker at Milla near the Konor’s Palace. The spot has become a popular…
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Animals Poultry industry players raise concerns over rising chicken imports
Stakeholders in Ghana’s poultry industry have expressed concern that the continued influx of low-priced imported chicken is eroding the competitiveness of local producers and threatening investments in the sector. They said imported poultry products continued to enjoy significant price advantages, limiting the growth of domestic production and reducing the ability of local farmers to expand…
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Nyinahin GNAT SHS Teachers Reportedly Boycott WASSCE Duties Over Arrest of Colleague
Teachers at Nyinahin have reportedly withdrawn from ongoing WASSCE supervisory duties following the arrest of a colleague involved in an alleged student assault incident. The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) is said to be demanding due process and fair treatment while investigations continue. The development has raised concerns about the smooth conduct of the…
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JUAPONG DESERVES SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND JOB CREATION
Juapong is a town blessed with immense potential, yet many of its residents continue to face the challenge of unemployment. While social activities and community events have their place, sustainable development and economic empowerment must remain a priority. One of the most pressing concerns is the closure of Juapong Textiles Limited (JTL), a factory that…
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President directs NADMO and other Agencies to prepare comprehensive presentation on Ghana Flood Situation
President John Dramani Mahama has directed the flood taskforce of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) and other relevant state agencies to prepare a comprehensive presentation on Ghana’s flooding situation following recent flooding incidents across parts of the country, particularly in Accra. According to the President, the presentation will help government identify critical flood-prone areas,…
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FOUR NURSES AWAITING GOVERNMENT POSTING ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY STEALING GH₵5M AT AMEGASHIE HERBAL CLINIC
Four nurses at Amegashie Herbal Clinic have been apprehended on allegations of embezzling GH₵5 million. Dr. Amegashie, the Chief Executive Officer of the clinic, reported that he instructed the arrest of the staff members at the Kasoa branch of the hospital. This action followed the discovery that they had been misappropriating hospital funds, amounting to…
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Youth of Savannah Region Embarks on demonstration over lack of Jobs and development
Residents of Mandari in the Bole District of the Savannah Region have taken to the streets to register their frustration and displeasure against the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) over what they say is a betrayal of their long-standing political loyalty to the party. The demonstrators, who were mostly youth, claimed they have supported and…
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GNAT Demands Bail for Nyinahin SHS Teacher, Threatens WASSCE Boycott
The Ghana National Association of Teachers has reportedly demanded a police enquiry bail for the teacher of Nyinahin Catholic Senior High School who was arrested following a viral video showing an alleged assault on a female student. According to GNAT, its preliminary investigations indicate that the incident began when the student allegedly threw stones, resulting…
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THE ILLEGAL REJECTION OF PESWA COINS MUST STOP NOW
A dangerous and unlawful practice is gradually becoming normal across our markets, transport stations, provision shops, and small businesses where many Ghanaians are being embarrassed, insulted, or denied service simply because they are using 10, 20, and 50 pesewa coins for transactions. Let the facts be clear: the Bank of Ghana has NEVER announced the…
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Man arrested for allegedly defiling 3-year-old
A man in his late thirties, Stephen, also known as Mandela, has been arrested by the Kasoa Divisional Police Command for allegedly defiling a 3-year-old girl. The suspect is said to have lured the victim into his room when tenants had left the house. Speaking to Crime Check, the mother of the victim said she…
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Nkwanta Police Launch Investigation into the Murder of 36-Year-Old Man at Keri
Ghana Police Service Hon.Geoffrey Kini Mp Nana Kofi The Nkwanta District Police Command has commenced investigations into the murder of a 36-year-old man, identified as Thomas Adon, at Keri in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region. According to a press release issued by the Oti Regional Police Headquarters on June 8, 2026, a…
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A 27-year-old man, Mohammed Rafiu, has been sentenced to prison after being found guilty of breaking into a church and stealing musical equipment in Hohoe in the Volta Region.
The incident occurred on June 5, 2026, when some residents spotted Rafiu carrying a sack and hurriedly trying to board a vehicle near Faith International Ministry Church. His behaviour raised suspicion, prompting them to stop and inspect the contents of the sack. The items found in his possession included an amplifier, an equalizer, a mixer…
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Family demands justice as military officer is remanded over civil engineer’s killing
The family of 29-year-old civil engineer, Jeffrey Boakye Danquah, is demanding justice after he was allegedly shot and killed by a military officer. A group of family members, led by the deceased’s sister, Gifty Serwaa, gathered at the Akropong District Court on Monday as the suspect, Private Nsarkoh Christopher Nkyinkyi, made his second court appearance.…
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MAN SENTENCED TO 15 YEARS FOR DEFILING AND IMPREGNATING 14-YEAR-OLD GIRL
Abdallah Mohammed, a 48-year-old has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after he was found guilty of defiling and aborting the pregnancy of a 14-year-old girl at Nyanshegu, a suburb of Tamale. The victim is said to have been given Gh¢30 for the three times he allegedly lured her to have sex with him.…
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ANOTHER LIFE CUT SHORT IN NKWANTA SOUTH
Young Man Gunned Down in Keri as Fear Tightens Its Grip on Nkwanta KERI, OTI REGION — June 7, 2026 A cloud of grief has descended over the community of Keri in the Nkwanta South Municipality following the tragic killing of a young man identified as Thomas, who was reportedly shot dead by unknown gunmen…
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URGENT CALL TO END DISRESPECT, LANGUAGE DISCRIMINATION AND MISCONDUCT AT IMMIGRATION CHECKPOINTS IN THE VOLTA REGION
The growing complaints from residents and travelers in the Volta Region about the conduct of some Immigration officers stationed at bus stops and checkpoints are deeply disturbing and must be urgently addressed. Many citizens feel humiliated, intimidated, and treated with suspicion during routine checks, raising serious concerns about respect for human dignity and professional conduct…
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Nkusukum Traditional Council Bans Mfantseman MP Over Alleged Disrespect Towards Chiefs
The Nkusukum Traditional Council in the Central Region has imposed a ban on the Member of Parliament for Mfantseman, Dr. Ebenezer Arhin, over allegations that he disrespected traditional authorities within the area. The decision was announced by thirty-two divisional and sub-chiefs under the Council during a press conference at the palace of the Paramount Chief,…
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SHS teacher and form three female student f!ghts over unpaid hostel fees
The disagreement originated from allegations of unpaid hostel fees purportedly owed by the student and some of her peers. The teacher, who reportedly serves as the hostel caretaker, was allegedly insisting on the payment of the outstanding fees when tensions escalated. In the video recording, voices captured by Daily View Gh can be heard during…
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COMMISSIONER-GENERAL LEADS BOUNDARY INSPECTION EXERCISE IN AFADZATO SOUTH DISTRICT
The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Boundary Commission, Major General Anthony Ntem, has undertaken a working visit to the District Chief Executive of Afadzato South District, Hon. Manfred Tawiah, as part of a boundary inspection exercise and stakeholder engagement programme within the district. The visit forms part of the Commission’s mandate to safeguard Ghana’s international boundaries…
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Speaker’s claim that Parliament did not suspend order 172 (1) before passing anti-LGBTQI+ bill is FALSE!
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, in his formal communication to the House on Tuesday, 2nd June, 2026, on the passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill 2025, also known as the anti-LGBTQI+ bill, claimed that the House did not suspend Order 172 (1) of the Standing Orders of Parliament, before proceeding…
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