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    "id": 649446,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. M'uthari",
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        "legal_name": "Joseph M'eruaki M'uthari",
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    "content": "Thank you, Hon. Deputy Speaker. I rise to support the Mediated Version of the Climate Change Bill, (National Assembly Bill No.1 of 2014). First, what has been agreed on Clause 7 – that a representative of the civil society nominated by the most representative national umbrella association be in the council – is important because it clarifies the mechanism for identifying who will be that representative. As far as we know, there are very many civil society organisations that work in the area of climate change and environment. This clause gives the opportunity of identifying the most representative and relevant NGO or civil society. We also know that the Climate Change Bill has to a large extent been contributed to and supported by the civil society. Giving them a place is very important. The other issue is the question of submission and the mechanism for the nomination of the members to this board. The fact that Parliament is involved is important. Article 32 makes clear the maximum amount in respect of the fine one is liable to pay. It gives discretion both downwards and upwards. It is not left open to the whims of the judges. I support the Mediated Version of the Climate Change Bill because the amendments clarify and strengthen the Bill."
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