Ruling Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) Parliamentary Group has passed to impeach Speaker of Parliament Mohamed Nasheed.

The decision to file a no-confidence motion against Speaker Nasheed passed with the votes of 36 members out of 41 members who attended the PG Group meeting today. They have already signed the petition regarding the no-confidence motion.

Speaking during a press meet, PG Group Leader and North Hithadhoo MP Mohamed Aslam noted that many members have been expressing concern over the current conduct of the Speaker.

Aslam highlighted that the petition will be submitted once the required number of signatures is reached. He noted that around 50 members are expected to sign the petition, out of a total of 56 members.

According to the constitution, votes of half of the total number of parliament members are required to impeach the Speaker or Deputy Speaker of parliament. Hence, a total of 43 votes will be required to impeach Speaker Nasheed.