HoR members reaffirm backing for reform roadmap

Members of Libya’s House of Representatives (HoR) have reaffirmed their support for a proposed reform roadmap, describing it as a basis for addressing institutional weaknesses and improving the council’s effectiveness.

The position was outlined during a consultative meeting held on Monday at the council’s headquarters in Benghazi, according to a memorandum circulated in the media.

Lawmakers said the plan, first presented during a session on 20 Ramadan, should serve as a reference point for reforming parliamentary work. They stressed the need to proceed with its implementation without delay.

They said advancing the roadmap’s provisions would help improve the council’s handling of legislative and political matters, while strengthening overall institutional performance.

Members also called on colleagues who were unable to attend the meeting to take part in upcoming sessions, particularly those expected to address amendments to the chamber’s internal regulations. The proposed changes were described as a key step towards improving procedures, organising workflow and reinforcing discipline.

The meeting took place in the absence of the council’s presidency, marking the third such absence within a month, according to Benghazi-based MP Issam Al-Jahani.

On 11 March, lawmakers meeting in Benghazi approved a roadmap to overhaul the council’s operations. The plan centres on revising internal procedures to pave the way for new elections for the presidency and standing committees.

It also provides for setting a defined parliamentary term with a clear timetable for leadership elections, alongside restructuring specialised committees, as part of broader efforts to strengthen governance and improve legislative effectiveness.