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9/1/25, 4:32 PM SLC organises workshop on “Consistency and Coherence between Federal and Local Legislation”
Delivered by Dr. Faisal Hassan Al-Omari, Legal Advisor at the SLC, the workshop was attended by
several legal experts and specialists. As part of SLC’s continued efforts to enhance legislative
coordination, the session aimed to support the effective implementation of legislation, achieve legal
certainty, prevent duplication in legislation, and foster greater awareness among lawmakers while

enhancing collaboration between federal and local authorities.

The workshop explored several key topics, including an introduction to the federal system and
distribution of legislative competencies; the concept and importance of legislative coherence; and
strategies for achieving alignment between federal and local legislation. It also addressed potential

contradictions between the two legislative levels. Participants discussed the challenges to legislative
harmony and the implications of inconsistency on the rule of law and the administration of justice.
Additionally, the workshop reviewed the benefits of legislative consistency and the critical role of the
judiciary in upholding it.

H.E. Ahmed Saeed bin Meshar Al Muhairi, SLC Secretary General, emphasised the importance of

coordination between legislative bodies to ensure coherence and avoid conflicts that could undermine
the quality of government services or obscure rights and obligations. “Harmonising legislative
frameworks is fundamental to upholding justice and the rule of law. This workshop is part of a series of

awareness initiatives launched by the SLC to enhance legislative culture and legal knowledge. Aligning
legislation is a key enabler of sustainable development and a cornerstone of effective governance,” he
said.

Dr. Faisal Hassan Al-Omari noted that achieving legislative coherence requires institutional
collaboration at both the federal and local levels, facilitating a better understanding of legal frameworks

and unifying implementation mechanisms. “Legislative integration is vital for developing a proactive and
flexible legislative system that supports all aspects of the legislative process,” he said.

He went on to review mechanisms of integrating local and federal legislation, citing real-world examples
of conflicts between them.

The workshop concluded with a series of recommendations aimed at embedding a culture of

collaborative legislative practice, enhancing alignment at all levels of legislation, and addressing barriers
to legislative integration.

For further information, please contact:
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