There is a pressing requirement to reassess several important legislations, including the Charitable Trust Act of 1945, the Religious Bodies Registration Act of 1881, the Money Lenders Act of 1938, and the Credit Union Act of 1954. Last week, a team from the Ministry of Justice was questioned by the Standing Committee on Justice, Law, and Human Rights regarding these statutes, which significantly influence various functions within the ministry, particularly the operations of the Registrar of Titles (ROT).
Principal accounts officer Sereana Liqani informed the committee that the ROT operates under multiple legislations such as the Land Transfer Act of 1971, Charitable Trust Act of 1945, Religious Bodies Registration Act of 1881, and the Registration Act of 1879. She emphasized that many of these laws, dating back to the late 19th century, have become obsolete and require immediate review and modernization.
Updating these laws is crucial to align them with contemporary societal standards, thereby enhancing the efficiency and access to the services provided by the Registrar of Titles. Liqani proposed that a thorough review could realistically take place within the next 12 to 18 months, with the aim of modernizing the legislation to better serve both the ROT and the public.
In summary, the call for legislative review reflects a broader commitment to improving efficiency in governmental processes and ensuring that laws reflect current societal needs. This initiative offers hope for a more streamlined and effective legal framework that could benefit the community as a whole.
As these changes unfold, they can foster increased trust in the legal system and inspire confidence among citizens that laws will serve their intended purposes effectively.
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