Prime Minister Marape calls for discipline, integrity and accountability in Parliament

Prime Minister James Marape has urged Members of Parliament to uphold integrity, discipline, and respect for parliamentary processes when conducting debates and representing the people in the National Parliament.

Speaking during Grievance Debate, Prime Minister Marape reminded Members that Parliament is an honourable institution built on ethics and values.

“Parliament is an honourable House for Members with ethics, principles, and values,” he said.

“Members must respect our Standing Orders and the provisions of the Constitution at all times. If there are grievances or allegations, the proper Authorities such as the Police, the Fraud Squad, the Ombudsman Commission, or ICAC are there to receive and investigate them.”

He cautioned Members against using Parliament to make personal attacks, saying, “People who are not Members of Parliament should not be mentioned by name on the floor of Parliament. If there is a genuine complaint, don’t use the floor for accusations — put your name to your complaint and submit it to the proper Authorities.”

Prime Minister Marape urged all Members to debate with maturity and respect.

“Let’s not personalise exchanges on the floor of Parliament. Let’s rise up and engage in constructive Debates and that’s what Parliament is all about,” he said.

He also called on Speaker Job Pomat and the Parliamentary Privileges Committee to ensure discipline within the House.