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    "speaker_name": "Sotik, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Francis Sigei",
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    "content": " At the outset, I applaud the Mover of this Motion, Hon. Dorothy Ikiara. I am calling it special because it is addressing a segment of our population which is never addressed - the caregivers of PWSD. Last year, I carried out an assessment of all the Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Sotik Constituency. I thank the people of Sotik for coming out in large numbers and bringing those people who have been ignored for a long time. The results of that assessment… I also thank the County Government for collaborating with my Office and funding the doctors who did that assessment. We got 1,000 plus PWDs. That assessment came up with a very serious report about children with disabilities living in very deplorable situations. The worst thing is that 90 per cent of them are living in abject poverty and are really suffering. Therefore, caregivers must be given attention. They spend 90 per cent of their days in the house, taking care of children with disabilities who cannot be left alone even for one hour without being looked after. They must change their diapers, take them outside and attend to all their needs. This Motion has come at the right time because caregivers have an income problem. In fact, I dare say that Hon. Dorothy should go further and suggest that caregivers need special training. This is because children living with severe disabilities require specialised handling. It is very important for caregivers to have special training so that they can handle them in a humane manner. That cash transfer must be given as a matter of urgency. If somebody takes care of a child with a severe disability, they cannot go to the farm or do anything. They spend almost 90 per cent of their time in the house. I support this Motion so that caregivers can be compensated for taking care of children with severe disabilities. I believe that if this Motion becomes law, Hon. Dorothy will have done much justice to children with severe disabilities. I stand with PWSD because they are now being recognised by law. I request that Hon. Dorothy move with speed and have this Motion become law so that caregivers can be recognised and paid as soon as possible. Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker."
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