Uplift fund for lawmakers; SC expresses satisfaction over PM’s response

According to details, the finance secretary submitted a report in apex court signed by Prime Minister Imran Khan Court in which PM had denied issuing any funds to lawmakers.

On this, the top court remarked that PM’s response was quite reasonable and disposed of the case.

Addressing the Attorney General, Justice Qazi Faez Isa said it is the duty of Supreme Court to protect people’s money.

Earlier on February 03, SC took notice of the government’s move to give funds to members of national and provincial assemblies to carry out development projects in their constituencies.

A two0member bench of top court, headed by Justice Qazi Faez Isa issued notices to Attorney General (AG) and the Advocate Generals of all four provinces to submit their responses in this regard.

During proceedings, Justice Isa asked if giving funds to lawmakers by prime minister in line with the constitution and law.

“We will dispose of the matter if the funds are being given as per constitution, law and court orders,” he said.

The Supreme Court also directed Attorney General Khalid Javed Khan to seek instructions from government and inform apex court in this regard.

SC warned of action if government’s move doesn’t is not in line with the constitution. The hearing was adjourned for a week.

Prime Minister Imran Khan had announced to give development funds of Rs. 500 million to all lawmakers.