According to Mandelblit’s statement, “According to the Basic Law of the Government, which was amended in accordance with the coalition agreement, if the number of ministers between the blocs is not equal, a mechanism must be established to ensure an equal vote in each bloc.” As stated, the meaning of this provision is that if one of the blocs unanimously opposes a motion for a resolution, then the motion cannot pass.
PM Netanyahu’s remarks at the opening of the cabinet meeting: “The burden on hospitals is still high”
“This position was forwarded to the Prime Minister and the Prime Minister as early as August 2020, in addition to another draft resolution that was on the table at the time, and was presented again today at the cabinet meeting. It is important to emphasize that the Attorney General did not rule out extending the closure. The foundation, which was determined by the Knesset. “
As you may recall, after long hours of discussions, the government voted to extend the closure until midnight on Sunday. However, Gantz as stated approached Mandelblit and granted his request.
The chairman of the Constitution Committee, MK Yaakov Asher (Torah Judaism), attacked the blue-and-white chairman: Unfortunately the morbidity is not parietal and we have no privilege to play with decisions. It is not too late to correct, Ganz must show responsibility and bring another informed decision tonight that will not unravel the quarantine for complete and life-threatening abandonment. “