This case was filed on 17^th January 2020 against the Cabinet Decision taken on 04.12.2019 with regard to the removal of the existing requirement on obtaining permits/licenses for the transportation of sand, soil and clay necessary for the local industries and the construction industry as required under Section 28 of the Mines and Minerals Act No.33 of 1992. Petitioners also request an interim order suspending the said Cabinet Decision.

It was fixed to be mentioned on 24^th January 2020 in Court of Appeal. All Respondents were absent except 17^th Respondent who is the Geological Survey and Mines Bureau. Petitioners were informed by the Court to send the Notices to all Respondents except the 17^th Respondent. Petitioners sent the Notices on 3^rd February and filed the motion to the court on 5^th of February 2020. This case was re-fixed for support on 24^th March 2020. However, as a result of declaration of the special holidays by the government due to Corona virus Pandemic, this case was postponed without a due date.

Eventually, the Court of Appeal directed the Inspector General of Police (18th respondent of the petition) to abide by the due process of the law and enforce restrictions and continue to monitor the movements of any illegal transportation of minerals. (END)