PS Kimtai leads consultations on regulatory transition of salt subsector
PS says review presents an opportunity to ensure unique characteristics and operational realities of the subsector are adequately reflected in national policy and relevant legislative and regulatory reforms. The post PS Kimtai leads consultations on regulatory transition of salt subsector appeared first on KBC Digital .
Mining Principal Secretary Harry Kimtai led a consultative meeting with salt subsector representatives and the State Department for Lands to discuss regulatory transition in the wake of the Court of Appeal's decision recognizing salt as a mineral subject to Mining Act regulation. This follows ongoing Government-industry consultations aimed at creating a clear, predictable and sustainable regulatory framework for the subsector while protecting investors, workers, communities and the economy.
The meeting reviewed previous consultations' progress and agreed to establish a Joint Transition Committee to address regulatory, administrative and institutional matters arising from the transition. PS Kimtai stressed that the process should ensure regulatory certainty without disrupting salt production, trade, employment and the economy.
The committee will develop transitional arrangements, including licensing procedures and royalty, rent, levy, and other payment mechanisms. The State Department for Lands will participate, with the National Land Commission also engaged for matters within its mandate. Relevant government agencies will collaborate to address regulatory interface issues.
The salt industry will submit proposals for the National Mining Policy review, ensuring the subsector's unique characteristics are reflected in legislation and regulations. The Joint Transition Committee has 60 days to submit recommendations guiding the transition process. PS Kimtai emphasized the State Department for Mining's commitment to a collaborative, transparent, and orderly transition, prioritizing regulatory certainty, compliance, responsible investment, and economic growth.
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