Fiji Constitution Bill and Referendum Watch
The revised parliamentary timetable, further public submissions, the RFMF’s immunity and civilian-oversight proposals, the next readings of Constitution Amendment Bill No. 32 and the Government’s proposed referendum date, with legal steps distinguished from political statements.
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The next developments that matter
- Whether the committee report is tabled on 30 November and what changes or recommendations it contains.
- The additional written and oral submissions process, including public notices, dates, venues and participation information.
- How the committee responds to the RFMF’s proposals on Chapter 14, military accountability, civilian oversight and manifestly unlawful orders.
- The revised third-reading vote expected during the first four days of December and whether the Bill secures the required two-thirds majority.
- The committee’s composition and the participation of parties following the NFP’s withdrawal from its deliberations.
- Whether the expected 9 November referendum writ is issued and whether the Electoral Commission publishes formal arrangements.
- The Government-announced 9 December referendum date, alongside the legal and electoral steps still required for it to take place.
- The differences between the Government Bill and the Constitution Review Commission draft.
This timeline highlights developments that materially change the story; it is not a live news feed.
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Fiji Extends Constitution Bill Review. Can More Time Deliver More Public Scrutiny?
Fiji's committee report has moved to 30 November, the military has proposed a new accountability framework, and the third-reading vote is expected in early December. The proposed referendum remains contingent on the bill's passage and formal steps.
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