A total of 123 legislative, financial and supervisory matters were reviewed by the Shura Council over the past term that ended last week.
The council said its work reflected a firm commitment to supporting Bahrain’s comprehensive development drive and strengthening democratic principles, in line with the vision of His Majesty King Hamad and the directives outlined in His Majesty’s address at the opening of the session in October.
Over the course of the term, the council discussed issues spanning security, economic, social, environmental and human rights affairs, as well as matters concerning youth, women and children. It also emphasised continued co-ordination with Parliament and the executive branch to serve national interests.
During 29 regular sessions, the council examined 95 pieces of legislation, comprising 15 royal decrees-by-law, 72 draft laws and eight legislative proposals, in addition to reviewing eight final accounts and financial statements. Members also addressed 20 parliamentary questions to ministers.
Of the 15 decrees-by-law reviewed, the council approved 14 and referred them to Parliament to notify the government accordingly. One decree-by-law remained pending due to the issuance of Royal Order No (14) of 2026, which concluded the session of both chambers.
The council considered 72 draft laws during the session.
Thirty-nine draft laws were approved by both chambers and referred to the government to be submitted to The King for ratification.
The two chambers agreed to reject one draft law.
Twelve draft laws were returned to Parliament for reconsideration following discussions and observations by the Shura Council.
Four draft laws remain subject to disagreement between the two chambers, requiring a joint sitting of the National Assembly in accordance with Article (85) of the Constitution.
Sixteen draft laws are still under review by Shura Council committees.
In terms of legislative initiatives by members, the council referred four legislative proposals to the government after discussion in plenary sessions. One proposal was withdrawn, while three proposals remain under review at committee level.
The council reviewed eight final accounts and financial statements. Of these, five were approved, while three are still under examination by the financial and economic affairs committee.
As part of its constitutional oversight role, members submitted 20 parliamentary questions to ministers. Responses were received and presented during sessions, covering social affairs, labour, health, services, education, environment, transportation, industry and commerce, legal affairs and judicial matters.
The council stressed that these questions addressed key areas of concern for Bahraini society, reflecting its keenness to keep pace with public aspirations and priorities.
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