Morocco is set to close a decade-long discussion as the government confirms the permanent discontinuation of daylight saving time (GMT+1) starting next summer. The decision follows Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch’s official announcement, marking a return to the country’s standard legal time (GMT), aligning with years of public demand.

During a televised address following the weekly cabinet meeting, Akhannouch highlighted that the move resulted from extensive internal discussions within the governing majority and a thorough review of citizen feedback. He acknowledged that the persistent use of daylight saving time had caused significant inconvenience for many Moroccans, prompting the executive branch to prioritize public well-being over the status quo.

The Prime Minister emphasized that the decision reflects a careful assessment of the current time system’s effects, particularly in relation to daily routines, schoolchildren’s health, and overall societal balance.

For over a decade, citizens and civil society groups have voiced concerns about the misalignment of GMT+1 with natural daylight patterns, pushing for a return to the original time zone. The government’s final ruling puts an end to the ongoing controversy.