An attempt by MPs to rush through Parliament changes contained in the Elections (Amendment) Bill which will allow them to change parties until 45 days before a general election has suffered a temporary setback.
Deputy Speaker Farah Maalim on Wednesday morning ruled it could proceed to Third Reading after three lawmakers used a provision in the Standing Orders to block debate.
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