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    "id": 1451521,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. Speaker",
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    "content": "Order, Hon. Members. Today, at the rise of the House Business Committee at 1.45 p.m., I called Hon. Koimburi to ascertain his authorship of the letter. He confirmed it and further denied any claims that he had disowned the letter and its contents. He further indicated that he is currently away in Mombasa and unavailable to attend the sittings of the House until Tuesday, 30th July 2024. Hon. Members, any allegation of corrupt practice, bribery or attempted bribery is a stain on the privilege of the institution of Parliament and deserves expeditious investigations and resolution. The practice and precedents applicable in the House require that any issue touching on the privilege of the House should be dispensed with as a matter of priority. I fully appreciate the pain and discomfort that the pendency of Hon. Koimburi’s allegations continue to cause the affected Members. However, I have reluctantly allowed him to avail himself to the House by 2.45 p.m. on Tuesday, 30th July 2024 to explain his actions with regard to the complaint raised by the affected Members and the context of his apology letter, in the manner contemplated by the Parliamentary Powers and Privileges Act, 2017 and the Standing Orders. Thereafter, I shall guide the House on any subsequent actions to be taken in the matter. The House is accordingly guided. I thank you. Yes, Leader of the Majority Party."
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