{"id":87555,"date":"2025-10-08T14:59:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T14:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/national-assembly-enforces-security-and-dress-code-rules"},"modified":"2025-10-08T16:08:17","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T16:08:17","slug":"national-assembly-enforces-security-and-dress-code-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/national-assembly-enforces-security-and-dress-code-rules","title":{"rendered":"National Assembly Enforces Security and Dress Code Rules"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. <\/strong><\/span><b>The Office of the Clerk of the National Assembly has announced the immediate enforcement of enhanced security and dress code regulations for all visitors, staff, and members within the Assembly premises. The measures, according to the statement, are intended to maintain a safe, secure, and respectful environment for legislative activities.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The statement emphasized that firearms of all kinds\u2014along with knives, machetes, explosives, and any other dangerous objects\u2014are strictly prohibited within the National Assembly complex.<\/p>\n<p>It further clarified that mobile phones are restricted, except for individuals who are authorized to use electronic devices in the public galleries for official purposes.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMobile phones, with the exception of those required to use electronic devices in the public galleries to conduct their functions,\u201d the statement said.<\/p>\n<p>Security officers who are officially entitled to carry firearms are also required to deposit their weapons with the Sergeant-at-Arms for safekeeping immediately upon arrival, before entering the main building.<\/p>\n<p>The Office of the Clerk also reminded the public that the National Assembly\u2019s dress code policy will be rigorously enforced. All visitors, including journalists, guests, and invited officials, are expected to comply with the prescribed dress standards as a sign of respect for the institution.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEntry may be denied to individuals whose attire is deemed inappropriate,\u201d the statement cautioned.<\/p>\n<p>While acknowledging that the new measures may cause some inconvenience, the Office of the Clerk reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the safety, security, and dignity of National Assembly Members, staff, and all stakeholders.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Gambia<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. The Office of the Clerk of the National Assembly has announced the immediate enforcement of enhanced security and dress code regulations for all visitors, staff, and members within the Assembly premises. The measures, according to the statement, are intended to maintain a safe, secure, and respectful environment for legislative activities. 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