Gulf Times, 27 January 2026: Qatar’s Shura Council has examined proposed legislative amendments and reviewed government follow‑up reports on key social policy issues, highlighting growing institutional coordination between the legislature and the executive.

The Shura Council reviewed a draft law proposing amendments to existing GCC‑framework legislation on fertilisers and soil conditioners, which had been referred by the government. The Council forwarded the proposal to its Committee on Health, General Services and the Environment for detailed study and the preparation of a report, marking the next step in the legislative review process.

The Council also examined a government statement responding to earlier recommendations on services and benefits for senior citizens. That matter was referred to the Committee on Social Affairs, Labour and Housing for review and follow‑up, reflecting the Council’s supervisory role over social policy and welfare matters.

In addition, members were briefed on government follow‑up reports addressing rising divorce rates in Qatari society and the national framework for promoting values and moral conduct. The Council welcomed the reports, noting that they demonstrated a coordinated and systematic response to parliamentary recommendations and a high level of institutional integration between state authorities.

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