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Covid-19: Parliament suspends sittings for three weeks 

By Justice Kofi Bimpeh
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Parliament has suspended sittings for three weeks.

This follows the confirmation of more COVID-19 cases in the House.

Reports indicated that at least 17 Members of Parliament and over 150 staff have tested positive for the virus.

The House is expected to resume business on March 2, 2021, according to communication from the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin.

Meanwhile, the Appointments Committee will be allowed to vet ministerial nominees beginning Wednesday, February 10, 2021.

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