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    "id": 1522466,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Gichugu, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Gichimu Githinji",
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    "content": "This Bill is important in addressing the challenges faced by our brothers and sisters in the police service. It seeks to improve the management of issues affecting them, ensuring they can withstand the demanding working conditions. It goes without saying that police officers go through traumatising incidents, especially when deployed in volatile areas or conflict zones. We have seen a number of them lose their lives in the line of duty. I will not mention specific locations, as there have been many, particularly in areas affected by tribal conflicts or even external aggressions. A recent case, which is about to be debated, involves Turkana. These incidents highlight the urgent need to establish centres to address the challenges faced by police officers. There is a critical need for psychosocial support to help these police officers. Some of them carry a lot of burden because they join the force at a young age and may be the sole breadwinners of their families. With their low income, they are often responsible for supporting their entire families, including siblings. At times, poor working and living conditions, stress-related issues and depression, may affect their ability to perform their duties well."
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