Thalassemia Control Act back to Parliament

The amendments to the Thalassemia Control Act, which were passed by Parliament, was sent to President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu for ratification but was sent back to Parliament yesterday.

The President decided to send the bill back to Parliament due to various opinions being sent by Maldives Blood Services (MBS), thalassemia patients and their families. It was sent back for more amendments to be made.

As per the President's Office, the President sent the bill back for review, to take into account that medical services for thalassemia patients need to be well-rounded and available throughout the nation, and to ensure that the purposes set within the law can be fully achieved.

The bill, which was initially introduced by Ihavandhoo constituency MP Ahmed Naseer on behalf of the government, was the first amendment to be made to the Thalassemia Control Act, which came into effect in 2012. 

Amendments to the bill were made to ensure the following: