Where the law stands, Dossier 2024/2699(RSP)
The proposed repeal of the law banning female genital mutilation in The Gambia
Resolution on a topical subject (RSP): Parliament states its view. It is not binding. · First reading
A resolution tabled by political groups, usually on an urgent matter or in reaction to a statement by the Commission or Council. Not binding.
Where it stands
Parliament’s position
Parliament adopted the text on 25 April 2024. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 25 April 2024
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
No plenary decision on this dossier is in our records yet.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 25 Apr 2024
AI summary:The resolution urges the Gambian Parliament to reject the proposed repeal of the law banning female genital mutilation and uphold its criminalisation, and urges the Gambian Government to strengthen prevention and elimination efforts.
Tabled for plenary· 24 Apr 2024
Tabled for plenary· 22 Apr 2024
Motion for a resolution B9-0233/2024
AI summary:The resolution deeply regrets the proposed repeal of the law banning female genital mutilation (FGM) in The Gambia, calling it a step backwards for women's and girls' rights.
Tabled for plenary· 22 Apr 2024
Motion for a resolution B9-0242/2024
AI summary:This resolution responds to The Gambia's proposed repeal of its 2015 law banning female genital mutilation (FGM). Parliament is alarmed and calls on the Gambian parliament to maintain the ban, and on the government to strengthen prevention efforts.
Tabled for plenary· 22 Apr 2024
Motion for a resolution B9-0234/2024
AI summary:This resolution addresses the proposed repeal of the law banning female genital mutilation (FGM) in The Gambia. It firmly calls on The Gambia's Parliament to uphold its obligations under international and regional human rights law by ending the repeal process.
Tabled for plenary· 22 Apr 2024
Motion for a resolution B9-0228/2024
AI summary:This resolution expresses deep concern about a bill in The Gambia that would repeal the 2015 ban on female genital mutilation, calling it a severe human rights violation and a setback in the global fight against gender-based violence.
Tabled for plenary· 22 Apr 2024
Motion for a resolution B9-0243/2024
AI summary:This resolution addresses the proposed repeal of the law banning female genital mutilation (FGM) in The Gambia. It reiterates Parliament's commitment to eliminate FGM worldwide and urges states to adopt and enforce legislation prohibiting it.
Tabled for plenary· 22 Apr 2024
Motion for a resolution B9-0229/2024
AI summary:The resolution urges Gambia's Parliament to vote against repealing the law banning female genital mutilation (FGM), warning of consequences for bilateral relations and human rights.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 2 steps
25 April 2024
Plenary vote
Sitting of 25 Apr 2024 Motion for a resolution B9-0228/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0229/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0233/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0234/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0242/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0243/2024Adopted text TA9-0370/2024
24 April 2024
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 24 Apr 2024 Motion for a resolution B9-0228/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0229/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0233/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0234/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0242/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0243/2024
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2024/2699(RSP)