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    "id": 1511724,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1511724/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Soy, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. David Kiplagat",
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    "content": " Thank you, Hon. Speaker, for allowing me to contribute to the Statement requested by Hon. Timothy, the Member for Marakwet West. We need to understand the dichotomy of Eldoret City. All the six constituencies come to Eldoret Town, and now these constituents will bear the burden of an unwarranted increase in water prices. Since WASREB is responsible for approving ELDOWAS's request, they should reconsider this decision. I question whether adequate public participation was conducted because we have never been consulted about the proposed tariff increase. Our people are already struggling with high electricity and water tariffs. Before giving the nod to increasing the prices, government officials should be cognizant of the current economic conditions to avoid overburdening the citizens with these high costs. This Statement should be taken seriously to protect our constituents and the people of Eldoret Town from being subjected to rates not discussed through proper public participation. Thank you."
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