The People's National Assembly in Algeria is set to host its first public session for oral questions on Thursday, 12 November 2026. This parliamentary gathering marks the inaugural opportunity for deputies to question government ministers since the current legislative term began. The assembly scheduled this session six months after members were officially installed in their roles. Parliamentary officials confirmed the event follows the completion of the internal organizational phase for the chamber. All deputies are expected to participate in the proceedings to address policy matters directly with cabinet members.
Volume of Legislative Inquiries
Deputies in the People's National Assembly have prepared a substantial volume of inquiries for the executive branch to address during the upcoming legislative session. Records from the chamber indicate that members have formally submitted approximately 260 oral questions directed at government ministers. These inquiries cover a range of policy concerns intended for direct discussion on the floor of the assembly.
In addition to the planned oral exchanges, the legislative body has processed a larger set of formal requests for information. Deputies have submitted over 300 written questions to government members. These written submissions allow for detailed responses on specific administrative and departmental issues outside of the scheduled oral sessions. Parliamentary staff are currently organizing these documents to ensure each inquiry reaches the appropriate ministry for a formal reply. The total number of submissions reflects the active participation of the new members as they begin their oversight duties within the current legislative term.
Regulatory Constraints on Deputies
Parliamentary leaders have established specific procedural limitations on the frequency of interactions between legislators and the executive branch. The Council has officially restricted each deputy to a maximum of two oral questions per month. This measure aims to regulate the flow of legislative oversight during the parliamentary sessions held in Algeria.
Internal regulations of the assembly provide a structured timeline for the government to address inquiries submitted by members. Article 128 of these regulations mandates that the government must provide a response to questions within a maximum of 30 days from the date of official notification. This requirement applies to the formal inquiries processed by the administrative staff of the People's National Assembly. The regulation ensures that ministries remain accountable for providing information within a defined period once a question has been formally recorded and transmitted to the relevant department.
