Speaker Alban Bagbin Suspends Parliament Sitting to Support Flood Cleanup Efforts

The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has directed that Parliament will not sit on Friday, July 10, 2026, to allow Members of Parliament from flood-affected areas to return to their constituencies and lead ongoing cleanup and recovery efforts.

Addressing the House, Speaker Bagbin said the decision followed unanimous agreement among Members after deliberations on the devastating impact of the recent floods in parts of the country.

“Among the matters we considered was whether it would be appropriate for the House not to sit on Friday, 10 July 2026, to enable Honourable Members from the affected regions to return to their constituencies and provide direct leadership in the cleanup exercise alongside their people,” he stated.

He added that the proposal received unanimous support from the House.

“It was unanimous, yes. And so I direct that this House will not sit on Friday, 10 July 2026,” Speaker Bagbin announced.

The decision is expected to give lawmakers the opportunity to support affected communities, assess the extent of the damage firsthand, and coordinate relief and cleanup efforts with local authorities and residents.