{"id":677127,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/677127/?format=json","text_counter":81,"type":"other","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"THAT, aware that village elders play a critical role in facilitating the work undertaken by chiefs and assistant chiefs namely in solving disputes, addressing petty crimes, handling security issues and generally promoting development initiatives; concerned that the Government is yet to adequately recognise their vital roles by way of facilitating their work; further noting that these hardworking citizens are crucial in the dissemination of Government policies and plans to the grassroots, this House urges the national Government to consider giving a monthly or annual honorarium to village elders as a means of appreciating their services and encouraging them to uphold their dedication to the community."}