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    "id": 1124640,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. (Dr.) Milgo",
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        "legal_name": "Milgo Alice Chepkorir",
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    "content": "by 19 per cent probably as a result of three-tier 8-4-4 system being replaced by the two- tier CBC system. Madam Deputy Speaker, the Committee, however, noted that the reduction in the number of learners is not consistent across the counties, which is attributed to inadequate number of permanent ECDE centres, insufficient number of ECDE teachers and caregivers, inadequate teaching and play materials and resources, low morale of staff due to poor remuneration and inadequate essential infrastructural facilities. In this regard, the Committee has prepared its report with actionable recommendations to different stakeholders both at the national and county governments which is scheduled for adoption and subsequent tabling in the Senate. Madam Deputy Speaker, during the period under review, the Committee considered three Bills, namely- a) Basic Education (Amendment) Bill, (Senate Bills No. 4) 2021; b) Kenyan Sign Language Bill (Senate Bills No.5) 2021); and c) County Vocational Education and Training Bill (Senate Bills No. 6) 2021. These Bills are currently undergoing the legislative process and are at different stages in this House. Madam Deputy Speaker, the Statements requested from the Committee continue to highlight on the challenges posed by the effects of COVID-19 pandemic. This pandemic has exposed vast challenges and disparities facing the education sector. The net effect of these challenges is that the gap in education and socio-economic quality is likely to be aggravated which could affect the learning and life chances of many children in the country. The Standing Committee on Education will continue engaging the Ministry of Education and other stakeholders to ensure that sufficient resources have been availed to ensure that the challenges and disparities facing the education sector are addressed. Madam Deputy Speaker, as you are aware, the Committee adopted different measures, means and tools of oversight during the COVID-19 pandemic among them conducting virtual inquiries. During the period under review, the Committee resolved to invite all the governors to virtual meetings of the Committee to deliberate on the implementation of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) policies in each county and the challenges, if any, facing implementation of the said policies. So far, the Committee has met 26 counties virtually and intends to conclude this inquiry before the end of this Session. I thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker."
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