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"speaker_name": "Hon. David Ochieng’",
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"content": " Okay."
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"content": " My story continues. When I asked why they were laughing, they said it is a miserable job and questioned who can possibly be a police officer in this day and age? They laughed at him because they associated them with suffering, working under difficult circumstances, poor remuneration and deplorable housing. The picture that came out was that nobody wants to become a police officer simply because of the suffering and degradation of their lives as we see it today. I, therefore, support this Bill because the whole world and country knows that a police officer suffers psychologically. They even asked me how they can be police officers and yet they kill themselves. Many of them have committed suicide and killed their children and The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."
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"content": "families because they are stressed. They are going through psychological trauma. The image of a police officer is so negative! It is so bad! I still recommend that much more be done as part of police reforms. We not only need to increase their salaries, but also look into their living conditions, which are so shameful. It is so bad. They live in very old single rooms made of tin, and there is no water nearby. It is terrible. I recommend that entertainment be introduced in places where they work and stay. They should have some form of entertainment to help them relax after a hard day's work. They need to relax, chat and play some games. This would help them feel part and parcel of human life. That is also part of therapy and treatment for when they are going through stress. After a hard day's work, they need to sit together, chat, and play some games like darts or football, or watch television or films. Let them have some comfort where they are working. So far, none of this has even been thought of. Police officers rarely get promoted. They complain so much. One can understand the situation they are going through. They are out on the streets controlling traffic all day, in the rain and under the sun. Nobody gives a damn. I, therefore, support this Bill because it is for the good of our security team — the police. They need to be sorted out so that they feel human psychologically. To make them feel like they are on equal terms with every other human, and so that they are treated much better than they are currently being treated. That way, they will serve us better. Thank you."
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"content": " Well said. Members, join me in welcoming and recognising the presence of students from St. Thomas Aquinas Kyaani Secondary School, Kibwezi West, Makueni County. They are seated in the Public Gallery. Members, you should show your appreciation by stumping your feet."
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"content": "(Members stumped their feet)"
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"speaker_name": "Hon. David Ochieng’",
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"content": "Hon. Eckomas, is this your constituency or it is in the general area? Give Hon. Eckomas a minute to welcome the students."
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"speaker_name": "Kibwezi West, MCCP",
"speaker_title": "Hon. Mwengi Mutuse",
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"content": " Hon. Temporary Speaker, Kyaani is in the neighboring Kibwezi East Constituency, but because Kibwezi Constituency was once one and we remain the same people, allow me, on my own behalf and that of Hon. Jessica Mbalu, to welcome the students from Kyaani to Parliament. This is where we debate, make laws, create policies and appropriate funds for their learning and well-being of the people of Kenya. Karibuni sana ."
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"speaker_name": "Hon. David Ochieng’",
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"content": " Thank you. Member for Baringo."
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"speaker_name": "Baringo County, UDA",
"speaker_title": "Hon. Jematiah Sergon",
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"content": " Thank you so much, Hon. Temporary Speaker. I also take this opportunity to support this Amendment Bill by my friend and colleague, Hon. Masara. This Bill is on the National Police Service Commission and it is specifically, focusing on psychosocial support and mental health for our Police Force. If you listened keenly to what Members have contributed, we all agree that a lot of attention must be given to our Police Force and specifically, on the problems they go through every day. On the other hand, everyone needs this psychosocial support, especially people who work in the Government and those who provide public services. For the police, I specifically single out the female police officers. It is so hard being one in Kenya. The work is so much. They work day and night and have many shifts. They also do not have many leave days. And being a female police officer is even more challenging. They are often housed in small shared rooms, where they share with their families. Those places have poor sanitation with pathetic amenities. The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."
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"content": "I once visited a relative there and realised that those houses and rooms are partitioned using curtains. Whatever happens there, whether there is a quarrel, a fight or any other issue… My colleague Hon. Betty Maina is telling me about conjugal rights. All those become a problem. We all understand that this is a common issue. Although police officers might not always express those problems, they go through a lot. If you are an early riser, you will always find a policeman at 5.00 a.m. already on the road controlling traffic. When Members attend high-profile or dignitary events, the police are always already at the venue, and we leave them there. Those are people who have dedicated themselves fully to their work. This psychosocial support is crucial and will play a significant role in their day-to-day lives. While other departments may need such support, singling out the police is essential. As the Amendment suggests, I do not think it is a good idea to set aside an area for them to go when they face problems and mental issues. Isolating them in this way, could probably, create more problems. Instead, we need to create an environment that is equally accommodative, so that when they have problems, they can talk to a colleague, or access a support desk within the jurisdiction of their workplace or residences. This is because they also take care of their families. Sometimes, a police officer is transferred far from home and is unable to visit his or her parents and family. Like other public servants, police officers handle difficult situations, such as dealing with dead bodies. Imagine one has just graduated as a police officer and is immediately posted to areas with high criminal activities, where their work involves handling bodies in a morgue or accident scenes, where they are asked to pick up bodies, and sometimes bodies of people known to them. Yet, they may not have a chance to express their emotions or seek support after handling such situations and specifically, for female officers. You will also realise that there are issues with their uniforms. I do not know whether there are any regulations on the same. Sometimes, most of the police officers do not even have complete uniform. You often see them with torn shoes or worn-out clothes. Maybe, it is because they must wear uniforms every day. This lack of proper attire could lead to lack of confidence and contribute to their inability to perform their duties effectively. This could result in issues such as corruption, where they might collect a few coins and fees here and there, just to compensate for the little remuneration they get. In conclusion, this is a very important Bill. It should not only apply to the police, but also other Government departments in the Public Service. This will create an ambient work environment and, hence, good services will be given the people. I was very happy to see the Inspector-General (IG) and the Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) giving out flowers on the streets during Valentine's Day. It was a good gesture that showed that those officers are a part of our society. We need to support them more. Thank you."
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