Scrutiny
Committees examine bills clause by clause, taking evidence from experts, government officials, and the public before reporting back to Parliament.
Oversight
Through public hearings and written questions, committees hold ministers and agencies accountable for the delivery of government programmes.
Inquiry
Committees conduct in-depth inquiries into policy areas, producing reports with recommendations for government action and legislative reform.
All Committees
10 Standing Committees
Each committee covers a portfolio area of government and is chaired by an elected Member of Parliament.
Public Accounts Committee
Chairperson: Hon. Matthew Wale
Members: 7
Examines the accounts of government ministries and ensures public funds are spent appropriately and in accordance with parliamentary appropriation.
Natural Resources Committee
Chairperson: Hon. Silas Taro
Members: 6
Oversees government policies relating to natural resources including forestry, mining, and land use across the Solomon Islands.
Constitutional Matters Committee
Chairperson: Hon. Peter Kenilorea Jr.
Members: 9
Reviews proposed constitutional amendments and advises Parliament on matters of constitutional interpretation and reform.
Foreign Relations Committee
Chairperson: Hon. Gordon Darcy Lilo
Members: 6
Scrutinises international agreements, diplomatic relations and foreign policy matters that come before Parliament.
Public Finance Committee
Chairperson: Hon. David Deve
Members: 7
Examines national budget proposals, supplementary appropriations, and oversees macroeconomic fiscal policy and public debt management.
Laws and Justice Committee
Chairperson: Hon. Abraham Voagai
Members: 6
Reviews proposed legislation, examines law reform proposals, and scrutinises the performance of the justice system.
Social Services Committee
Chairperson: Hon. Lanelle Tanangada
Members: 7
Oversees education, health, welfare, women's affairs, and community development policies and their implementation.
Economic Reforms Committee
Chairperson: Hon. Patteson Oti
Members: 6
Examines economic development policies, investment frameworks, and trade agreements affecting the Solomon Islands economy.
Government Oversight Committee
Chairperson: Hon. Christopher Laore
Members: 7
Monitors the performance of government ministries, statutory bodies and state-owned enterprises in implementing approved policies.
Fisheries & Environment Committee
Chairperson: Hon. Bradley Tovosia
Members: 6
Oversees sustainable fisheries management, environmental protection, and climate change adaptation policies.
Leadership
Committee Chairpersons
Chairpersons are elected by the full Parliament at the start of each session.
| Committee |
|---|
| Public Accounts Committee |
| Natural Resources Committee |
| Constitutional Matters Committee |
| Foreign Relations Committee |
| Public Finance Committee |
| Laws and Justice Committee |
| Social Services Committee |
| Economic Reforms Committee |
| Government Oversight Committee |
| Fisheries & Environment Committee |