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"content": "Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, first of all, I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the Attorney-General for bringing this Bill at this time. There is need for us to, really, look at options other than our law courts, for purposes of dealing with the backlog of cases that exists in our courts of law today. Before I go to my substantive contribution, I just want to make a quick mention that even though we have a huge backlog of cases, it is not good for the Chief Justice to complain about this backlog. It is important for him to do his part. We want creative means through which those cases can be finalized at the required speed. As a Parliament, we are trying to find a way--- This is why we are supporting this Bill on arbitration with all our hearts. Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, as you have heard, other hon. Members have also proposed diversion. Ms. Odhiambo has talked about childrenâs cases being handled differently. Mr. Konchella as talked about traditional courts. All this is because of this backlog of cases. I also want to talk about the small claims courts. I do not know what has happened to them. We have been waiting in this Parliament to see proposals, so that we"
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