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    "id": 1199548,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Osotsi",
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        "legal_name": "Osotsi Godfrey Otieno",
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    "content": "Thank you, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir. Committee system is a key aspect in Parliaments, globally. A lot of work in Parliament is done in Committees. In fact, it is estimated that over 80 per cent of parliamentary work happens in Committees. A Plenary like this is about 20 per cent of the work. We would like the Committees to be in place so that they can generate business for this House. You are well aware that we have had a few sessions. In most cases, we have been discussing things which in my view, as I realized later on, we would have spent discussing substantive matters. We expect the Committees to be in place, so that they can generate enough Business for this House and keep the House busy. From my experience in the National Assembly, I have realized that the Committee is as good as its leadership. If the leadership that we will elect is not competent enough or hardworking, they will not perform to the expectation. I urge those who would get the opportunity to serve as Chairpersons and Vice- Chairpersons, to ensure they work extra hard and deliver for the Committees, so that we have enough business to discuss. Coming back to the point raised by the distinguished Senator for Nyamira County, I think he has raised very substantial issues. I am sure the Minority leadership will look into them."
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