Main legislative instruments
This section provides an in-depth analysis of the main legislative instruments looking into the structure and core provisions regulating health.
Overview
The Constitution
Adoption year:
1968
Last amendment year:
2000
Language:
EN
Number of pages:
296
Mauritius Institute of Health Act
Adoption year:
1989
Last amendment year:
2017
Language:
EN
Number of pages:
6
Public Health Act
Adoption year:
1925
Last amendment year:
1999
Language:
EN
Number of pages:
52
Details
The Constitution
The Constitution of the Republic of Mauritius is the supreme law that proclaims the key state principles and values, establishes rights and freedoms, regulates the separation of powers within the state, etc. The Constitution of Mauritius consists of 122 Articles that are grouped into 11 chapters.
General information
Adoption year:
1968
Last amendment year:
2000
Language:
EN
Mauritius Institute of Health Act
This Act establishes the Mauritius Institute of Health, outlines its functions in promoting health education, research and training, as well as coordinating public health initiatives in Mauritius.
General information
Adoption year:
1989
Last amendment year:
2017
Language:
EN
Public Health Act
This Act provides the legal framework for the protection and promotion of public health in the country, addressing issues such as disease prevention, sanitation, health surveillance and emergency health measures, etc.
General information
Adoption year:
1925
Last amendment year:
1999
Language:
EN