DA pushes for bill to stabilise coalition

Published Jan 28, 2025, 2:52 PM

George Michalakis, DA Chief Whip in Parliament, discusses the party’s proposed Local Government: Municipal Structures Second Amendment Bill, 2025 with John Maytham. He explains how the Bill aims to stabilize local coalitions by introducing an electoral threshold for municipal council seats, reducing the influence of “kingmaker” parties and promoting more stable governance. The Bill also extends the timeframe for electing key municipal officials to support coalition-building efforts.

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

John Maytham is a trained actor who made the switch to radio over 20 years ago when he joined the ne 
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