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Court bailiffs protest new diploma requirement

Uganda’s court bailiffs are protesting a new requirement from the Judiciary demanding diplomas in Court Bailiff Law by January 2025. They argue that this requirement is unrealistic and will cause many to lose their jobs, as they contend diplomas are unnecessary for performing their duties, such as arresting judgment debtors. The Uganda Court Bailiffs Association (UCBA), through its Deputy President, Bonny Rwamukaaga, claims these new rules were imposed without consultation, and their attempts to meet with the Chief Justice have been ignored. The bailiffs are particularly concerned about Rule 28(3) of the Judicature (Court Bailiffs) Rules, 2022, which requires them to have operating licenses that can only be obtained by holding a diploma in law. Over 560 bailiffs are at […] The post Court bailiffs protest new diploma requirement first appeared on 93.3 KFM.

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