Davis Ansah Opoku, the Member of Parliament for Mpraeso, has advocated for the establishment of permanent constituency offices to enhance communication and strengthen ties between MPs and their constituents.

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Addressing Parliament, Mr. Opoku highlighted the gap in structured interaction between lawmakers and their communities, emphasizing the need for dedicated spaces to facilitate engagement.

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“Constituency offices will help MPs address concerns, communicate achievements, and build stronger relationships with constituents,” he said.

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Mr. Opoku urged the revival of previous plans to construct constituency offices across the country. As an interim measure, he proposed leasing private office spaces or utilizing facilities within Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to serve as temporary offices.

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He also emphasized the importance of equipping these offices with adequate logistics and professional staff to improve efficiency and service delivery to constituents.

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“This initiative will enable MPs to focus on their legislative duties while reducing the pressure to deliver development projects, which is beyond their mandate,” Mr. Opoku added.

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The Mpraeso MP believes that permanent constituency offices would not only bridge the communication gap but also manage expectations, allowing lawmakers to prioritize their core responsibilities of lawmaking, representation, and oversight.

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