Government Oversight Committee
13 May 2026 Number M20/M/SM/2026/03
In today’s meeting, the Committee discussed a matter submitted by a private party requesting the Committee to assess how effectively the regulations and guidelines made under Law No. 2/2024 (Occupational Health and Safety Act) are being implemented. Following deliberations, Felidhoo Constituency Member Adam Zahir proposed that a response be sent to the individual incorporating the information received from the Ministry of Higher Education, Labor and Skills Development. The proposal was seconded by Vilufushi Constituency Member Hassan Waheed.
The motion was passed unanimously by the members present at the time of voting.
The Committee also decided to urge the Ministry to finalize the guidelines and policies mandated under Section 73 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Next, the Committee discussed an issue submitted by North Galolhu Constituency Member Mohamed Ibrahim regarding the operation of harbors servicing international vessels. Following deliberations, Felidhoo Constituency Member Adam Zahir proposed that a response be sent to the petitioner incorporating the information received from the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation. The proposal was seconded by Vilufushi Constituency Member Hassan Waheed.
The motion was passed unanimously by the members present at the time of voting.
Lastly, the Committee discussed a matter submitted by North Galolhu Constituency Member Mohamed Ibrahim requesting clarification regarding the fire incident that occurred on 12 March 2026 at an accommodation block in Adh. Dhigurah, in which five expatriate workers lost their lives. When the floor was opened for discussion, Felidhoo Constituency Member Adam Zahir proposed that letters be sent to the relevant authorities to obtain further information on the matter. This proposal was seconded by Vilufushi Constituency Member Hassan Waheed.
The motion was passed unanimously by the members present at the time of voting.
(Voting details are provided in the “Votes” section of this page.)
Dr. Ahmed Shamheed
South Hulhumale'
Present
Meekail Ahmed Nasym
South Galolhu
Official
Musthafa Hussain
South Mahchangolhi
Present
Mohamed Ismail
Vilimale'
Present
Ahmed Naseer
Ihavandhoo
Present
Abdul Latheef Mohamed
Dhidhdhoo
Present
Adam Zahir
Felidhoo
Present
Ahmed Siyam Mohamed
Meedhoo
Sick Leave
Ali Fazad
Central Fuvahmulah
Present
Abdulla Rasheed
Dhangethi
Sick Leave
Hassan Waheed
Vilifushi
Present
Mohamed Ismail
Vilimale'
Dr. Ahmed Shamheed
South Hulhumale'
Meekail Ahmed Nasym
South Galolhu
Musthafa Hussain
South Mahchangolhi
Ahmed Naseer
Ihavandhoo
Abdul Latheef Mohamed
Dhidhdhoo
Adam Zahir
Felidhoo
Ahmed Siyam Mohamed
Meedhoo
Ali Fazad
Central Fuvahmulah
Abdulla Rasheed
Dhangethi
Hassan Waheed
Vilifushi
Mohamed Ismail
Vilimale'
Dr. Ahmed Shamheed
South Hulhumale'
Meekail Ahmed Nasym
South Galolhu
Musthafa Hussain
South Mahchangolhi
Ahmed Naseer
Ihavandhoo
Abdul Latheef Mohamed
Dhidhdhoo
Adam Zahir
Felidhoo
Ahmed Siyam Mohamed
Meedhoo
Ali Fazad
Central Fuvahmulah
Abdulla Rasheed
Dhangethi
Hassan Waheed
Vilifushi
Mohamed Ismail
Vilimale'
Dr. Ahmed Shamheed
South Hulhumale'
Meekail Ahmed Nasym
South Galolhu
Musthafa Hussain
South Mahchangolhi
Ahmed Naseer
Ihavandhoo
Abdul Latheef Mohamed
Dhidhdhoo
Adam Zahir
Felidhoo
Ahmed Siyam Mohamed
Meedhoo
Ali Fazad
Central Fuvahmulah
Abdulla Rasheed
Dhangethi
Hassan Waheed
Vilifushi
12 Apr 2026
Issue concerning 5 expats death in fire at accommodation block in ADh. Dhigurah
Ongoing
17 Nov 2025
Issue concerning the operation of ports serving foreign vessels.
Ongoing
10 Sep 2025
Letter sent by individuals / Companies
Ongoing
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