Bahrain Shura Council unanimously approves Medal Revocation Law

TDT | Manama     

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

The Shura Council yesterday rendered a unanimous endorsement of a legislative draft pertaining to the rescindment of honours conferred by the Kingdom.

The legislation, proposed by the Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence, and National Security under the leadership of His Excellency Dr Ali Mohamed Alromaihi, introduces explicit criteria for withdrawing medals.

The initiative addresses a shortfall in the existing Decree on Medals, which specifies the types and conditions for awarding medals but does not address guidelines for their removal.

The proposed law mandates that medals may be annulled in instances of egregious transgressions, encompassing criminal adjudications, betrayal of trust, dereliction in civic duty, or conduct that besmirches the medal’s esteem.

This provision harmonises with the jurisprudential norms of the region and is designed to uphold the sanctity of the national accolades of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Commenting on the matter, Dr. Jehad Al Fadhel emphasised, “The bestowal of a medal is an honour reserved for exceptional achievements and signifies a commitment to embodying values while refraining from any questionable behaviour.” Sheikh Adel Al Mouwda stated, “The awarding of medals should have a tangible impact on the individuals honoured, influencing their conduct.”

Expressing gratitude for the passage of the law, Major General Dr. Yousef Rashid Flaifel, President of the Military Court of Cassation, affirmed, “This law equips us with the necessary judicial tools in the field of military judgement.”