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    "content": "Health service is another factor that we really need to consider, especially inmates who are suffering from HIV/Aids and other diseases. They do not have enough facilities. These patients need adequate diet. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, there is occasional torture in prisons which is inhumane treatment. We need to come up with a policy to change this. There is also lack of access to legal aid services by the prisoners. Most Kenyans do not have access to the services of lawyers. It is important for us to come up with a policy on legal aid services for Kenyans who are poor and cannot afford the services of a lawyer. There are also child related concerns and poor age determination process. The legislation that is available today in this country provides that children who are below four years are the ones who can accompany their parents. Unfortunately, those who are above four years cannot accompany their mothers. This is denying the right of motherhood to most of the children who are affected in this kind of circumstance. There are few child friendly courts and rehabilitation centers available in this country. This has to be looked into. The other concern is poor recreational facilities, especially for children who are put with their mothers in prison. The challenge of legal representation is also another factor that we really need to look into. Finally, I would like to say that this is an institution that Kenyans and even the leadership forget; that one day one might end up in prison. This has happened to several leaders who have served in high level offices in this country. Therefore, I think it is high time that this country looked into the legislation and aligned it to the current Constitution, so that the prisoners and the people who are put in custody can enjoy their rights. I beg to move and invite Sen. Hassan to second this Motion."
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