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Clerk of Parliament receives notice of no-confidence motion against PM Wale

By Eliza Kukutu A notice of a motion of no confidence against Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale has been received by the Office of the Clerk of Parliament this afternoon. Clerk of Parliament Jefferson Halu confirmed to SIBC News this evening that the notice was signed by East Malaita MP Hon.

29 Aug 2026

Governance
Ulawa/Ugi MP Marau joins GREAT Coalition
Member of Parliament for Ulawa/Ugi, Hon. William Bradford Marau, has joined the GREAT Coalition Government. Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale yesterday visited Hon. Marau at his residence before proceeding to the airport to board his flight to Palau for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting.
29 Aug 2026
Parliament defers consideration of supplementary appropriation Bills over outstanding reports
By Alfred Pagepitu Parliament has deferred consideration of the 2025 and 2026 Supplementary Appropriation Bills after the required reports were not tabled in the House on Thursday.
13 Aug 2026
Gina elected as Deputy Speaker of Parliament
By Alfred Pagepitu The National Parliament has elected South New Georgia, Rendova and Tetepare MP, David Gina, as the new Deputy Speaker. Mr Gina was the only candidate nominated before the close of nominations at midday on Monday, 3 August, and was declared elected unopposed when Parliament…
4 Aug 2026
Entitlements
PM Wale to reform salary system, rejects MPs Pay Rise
Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale has reaffirmed his long-standing policy position on the determination of salaries for Members of Parliament. This follows the recent decision by the Parliamentary Entitlements Commission (PEC) to increase MPs’ emoluments.
24 Jul 2026
Finance
TSI calls for fairness and transparency as MPs receive another pay increase amid rising cost of living
Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI) notes with concern the recent salary hikes given to Members of Parliament. It therefore calls for greater fairness, transparency and accountability in the determination of salaries and entitlements for Members of Parliament.
23 Jul 2026
Court
Prime Minister acknowledges Court Of Appeal ruling
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele acknowledges the ruling delivered today by the Court of Appeal. The Prime Minister confirms that he will comply with the orders as given by the court.
1 May 2026
Politics
Speaker to offer new appointments for Parliamentary Committee Chairs
By Eliza Kukutu & Alex Dadamu The Speaker of Parliament, Patterson Oti, will offer appointments for chairpersons of nine Parliamentary Standing Select Committees.
20 Mar 2026
Democracy
PM Manele and Lord Malcolm Bruce exchange Parliamentary insights
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele on Wednesday held a bilateral discussion with Lord Malcolm Bruce of the United Kingdom House of Lords at the British High Commission Residence, hosted by the British High Commissioner.
5 Feb 2026
Governance
PM reflects on 2025 achievements as Parliament adjourns Sine Die
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele reflected on Parliament’s work and national achievements during his winding up remarks as the House adjourned sine die today.
17 Dec 2025
Governance
New PEC Chair pays courtesy call on Prime Minister Manele
The newly appointed Chairman of the Parliamentary Entitlements Commission (PEC), Mr. Nigel Maezama, today paid a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele marking his first formal engagement with the Head of Government since his appointment.
26 Nov 2025
Prime Minister acknowledges PAC and Parliamentary Groups for work on 2026 budget
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele today in Parliament thanked the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) and Members of Parliament from the Opposition and Independent groups for their work in scrutinizing the 2026 Budget through the PAC.
24 Nov 2025
Government
PM Manele announces special adjournment of Parliament
By Alfred Pagepitu Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele announced a special adjournment of Parliament yesterday, postponing meetings until Monday, 13 October 2025.
15 Aug 2025
Prime Minister adjourns Parliament to allow PAC hearings on 2025 Supplementary Appropriation Bill
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele has adjourned Parliament today to Monday 4th August 2025 to allow the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) to conduct its enquiry and prepare a report on the 2025 Supplementary Appropriation Bill, which is now before the Speaker’s Office.
14 Jul 2025
Laws
Parliament enacts Special Economic Zones Bill 2024
By Alfred Pagepitu The National Parliament passed the Special Economic Zones Bill 2024 today without any amendments. The bill now becomes an act of parliament to regulate and establish special economic zones across the country to promote investment, job creation, and economic growth.
26 May 2025
National Parliament completes civic education and public engagement in Lata
By Taromane Martin The Parliament Public Engagement and Civic Education Unit on Wednesday successfully delivered a three-day training workshop at Luluelta Resort in Lata, Temotu Province.
22 May 2025
Legislation
Fix SEZ Bill’s flaws before moving forward: Wale
The Leader of Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale has called on the government to withdraw and improve the SEZ Bill 2024, warning that its gaps pose serious risks to the country’s economy, governance systems, and national development. Speaking in Parliament, Hon.
19 May 2025
Toiraena is the new deputy speaker of parliament
By Alfred Pagepitu The National Parliament today elected Hon. Morris Toiraena, Member of Parliament for East Honiara Constituency as the new deputy speaker of parliament. Toiraena was the only candidate nominated for the position after the closure of nominations at 4 pm Sunday, May 11th, 2025.
12 May 2025
Politics
MONC not in today’s order paper
By Fredrick Kusu The scheduled tabling and debate on the motion of no confidence against the Prime Minister that was put in notice does not appear in today’s order paper. From the order paper, parliament begins with prayer, messages and announcements, matter of privilege and adjournment.
6 May 2025
Nori elected as Deputy Speaker
By Alfred Pagepitu The National Parliament today elected Hon. Cathy Nori as Deputy Speaker, making her the first female to hold the position in Solomon Islands history.
18 Dec 2024