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    "content": "(iii) THAT, the inclusion of advocates as reporting institutions for suspicious financial transactions in the manner proposed in the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 39 of 2021) does not, at face value, erode legal principle of advocate-client confidentiality. Section 18 of the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2009, currently provides for the entrenchment of the principle. Any Member seeking to buttress the principle further in light of the amendments proposed by the Bill is at liberty to propose appropriate amendments for consideration. In conclusion, Honourable Members, allow me to state that I have shared the above information for the guidance of the House in considering the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 39 of 2021) and for your making a decision in the manner you may so wish as required by the Constitution. I wish to emphasize that the matters raised by the Member for Tharaka and, indeed, the contributions by other Members are very critical and contribute to the development of our parliamentary and legislative practice and procedure. Such instances enable us to self-reflect and to ensure that every step we take as a House is carefully considered before a decision is made. The House is accordingly guided, and I will, therefore, proceed to put the Question when time comes for you to make a decision one way or the other. So, take your seats for you to make the decision. I thank you."
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