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    "content": "may’ is not obligatory nature. If we use ‘shall, ’ it does not mean that we are now going to direct the county governments. These are mutual, inter-dependent and distinct forms of government. So, it refers to liaising more than directing. In terms of engaging the capacity of the Attorney-General’s office, it can assist our attorney offices in our counties. This will ensure they provide necessary legal directions and constructive engagement. It is not in any way directing counties, but it is important that they do capacity building so that they are able to provide many other functions. There are still many things that the county governments can still not fulfill. Therefore, I agree that in discharging their duties, we can still ensure we provide the necessary support going forward. Madam Temporary Speaker, I also forgot that they also protect public interest issues. It is important that we have county attorneys who can protect public interest. Public interest litigation has come a long way from the time of the late Prof. Wangari Mathai and many others. In the previous Constitution, the custodian of public interest was the Attorney- General. I agree with this new Bill as someone can have an obligation of protecting public interest. Therefore, it is necessary that the Attorney-General be involved in matters of public interest where the counties are engaging in treaties, MOUs, entering into partnerships and leasing of hospital equipment. When Sen. Mutula Kilonzo Jnr. tabled the Division of Revenue Bill, most Senators wanted to know what counties are engaging in. By the time counties are engaging in the issue of leasing hospital equipment, they should be well informed. There are cases that attract public interest. These are the people who will ensure that we fast- trackour processes. Today morning, we were engaged in the office of the DPP which is led by Mr. Noordin Haji. It was important to note that in the office of the DPP and many other Government offices, legal minds were leaving en masse simply because the terms of service had not been adequately catered for. That is why the private sector is now becoming more attractive. You will realize legal counsels who are still young and still growing need the necessary support. In fact, we have provided to ensure that the terms of service that will be provided by the CPSB is adequate so that we can get the best of the best. The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate."
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