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    "id": 102842,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/102842/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Mr. Chanzu",
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    "speaker": {
        "id": 11,
        "legal_name": "Yusuf Kifuma Chanzu",
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    "content": "The other problem is implementation. The Speech is read out very well but, when it comes to implementation of programmes in the field, there is lack of follow up and, therefore, effective implementation. So, I think we must put in place measures which can enable us to get feedback on implementation of the programmes that we vote for here. Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, the other aspect is what we have always been talking about. The Government has only to provide an enabling environment for the economy to prosper. I think it is a very important aspect which the Government should address. It should ensure that there is a conducive environment for all that is in the Budget to be achieved. One of the biggest constraints in the aspect of enabling environment is the civil service. Some aspects of the civil service are still lacking in a number of ways. Some of the civil servants are still living in the past. We are talking about decentralization and devolution. We are also talking about Kenyans being able to decide for themselves what they would like to be done for them, but you will find some of the civil servants behaving as if the money is coming from their pockets. For example, some of the money that was voted for roads projects has not been spent because of civil servants in the field trying to create handicaps in the tendering process and, hence, delaying the process, not being transparent and able to give out information on time for those who are supposed to be involved in this. Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, a lot of money has been allocated to the Ministry of Education. I applaud the Government and Ministry for that matter, but there"
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