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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Kitutu Chache South, ODM",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Anthony Kibagendi",
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    "content": " Hon. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 43(1), I wish to make a Statement on the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking celebrated every 26th day of June whose theme this year is ‘People First: Stop Stigma and Discrimination, Strengthen Prevention.’ Pursuant to Standing Order 259A, the Parliamentarians against Drugs and Substance Abuse Caucus was established and received recognition and approval from the Speaker on 23rd November, 2022. The Caucus is mandated to contribute to the prevention of substance use and other social problems to significantly improve society's health, safety and well-being, by reviewing and enhancing legislative and institutional frameworks to combat illicit drug abuse. The International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is commemorated by people, organizations and Parliaments across the world in a bid to strengthen action and co- operation to realize a world free of drug abuse. Parliaments, in particular, have a vital role to play in the fight against drugs and substance abuse. Hence, the need for this House to re- examine the already existing legislation in the wake of contemporary issues in the sale of illicit substances and, specifically, the online sale of drugs. It is a known fact that there is an upsurge in drugs and illicit substance abuse in the country. We can see that from our Deputy President, who is one of our biggest campaigners. Members can attest that many young people in our constituencies are now, more than ever, at the greatest risk of wasting away due to drugs abuse. Many drug abusers face stigma and discrimination which further harm their physical and mental health and, consequently, prevent them from accessing the help they need. To 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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