Resolution on a topical subject (RSP): Parliament states its view. It is not binding. Resolution on a topical subject First reading
The proposed repeal of the law banning female genital mutilation in The Gambia
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 adopted the text on 25 April 2024. This is its final position on the matter.
- ✓ Tabled for plenary
- ✓ Plenary vote Adopted 25 April 2024
- ✓ Parliament’s position Final
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The text, version by version
Adopted by Parliament · latest Adopted text TA9-0370/2024 25 April 2024 ✦ 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.⇄ what changed Tabled for plenary Joint motion RC-B9-0228/2024 24 April 2024 ⇄ what changed Tabled for plenary Motion for a resolution B9-0233/2024 22 April 2024 ✦ 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 Motion for a resolution B9-0242/2024 22 April 2024 ✦ 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 Motion for a resolution B9-0234/2024 22 April 2024 ✦ 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 Motion for a resolution B9-0228/2024 22 April 2024 ✦ 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 Motion for a resolution B9-0243/2024 22 April 2024 ✦ 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 Motion for a resolution B9-0229/2024 22 April 2024 ✦ 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.
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Timeline
- Plenary stage
- 25 April 2024 Plenary voteAdopted Adopted by an overwhelming majorityFor 535 Against 1 Abstained 1
Final vote — text as a whole at 13:21 · 100% of votes cast in favour · every MEP’s position →
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1. Final vote — text as a whole 13:21 RC-B9-0228/2024 - Proposition de résolution (ensemble du texte)Adopted2. Alternative motion for a resolution B9-0228/2024Not put to a vote, because an earlier vote already settled the matter.A vote by raised hands. Only the outcome is recorded, not who voted how. — no individual positions recorded3. Alternative motion for a resolution B9-0229/2024Not put to a vote, because an earlier vote already settled the matter.A vote by raised hands. Only the outcome is recorded, not who voted how. — no individual positions recorded4. Alternative motion for a resolution B9-0233/2024Not put to a vote, because an earlier vote already settled the matter.A vote by raised hands. Only the outcome is recorded, not who voted how. — no individual positions recorded5. Alternative motion for a resolution B9-0234/2024Not put to a vote, because an earlier vote already settled the matter.A vote by raised hands. Only the outcome is recorded, not who voted how. — no individual positions recorded6. Alternative motion for a resolution B9-0242/2024Not put to a vote, because an earlier vote already settled the matter.A vote by raised hands. Only the outcome is recorded, not who voted how. — no individual positions recorded7. Alternative motion for a resolution B9-0243/2024Not put to a vote, because an earlier vote already settled the matter.A vote by raised hands. Only the outcome is recorded, not who voted how. — no individual positions recorded - 24 April 2024 Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.