During the 2023-2024 period, the Mercy Commission (Commission on the Prerogative of Mercy) was one of the most active and high-profile output areas for the Office of the Attorney-General. Under the new administration (Coalition Government) the commission was revitalized as a core pillar of the government’s “Restorative Justice” agenda.

Grant of Mercy

Pursuant to section 119 of the Constitution, the Commission on the Prerogative of Mercy established under the State Service Decree 2009 continues in existence as the   Mercy Commission.