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    "id": 851572,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. (Dr.) Zani",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Agnes Zani",
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    "content": "That order and system is critical within – especially - the county structure. Indeed, when we look at Clause 6(3), again we have the provision that the CEC must make a response for an application for a license and the timeline is limited to seven days. When we talk about industry and marketing, it is a competition and unfortunately, there are those who for whatever reason might be a step ahead. Maybe they are shrewd business people or have connections and can find ways to ensure that other members have processes that make it difficult for them to get those licenses. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I think this provision of clear-cut licenses and procedures for getting the licenses and indeed, an upper cap and limit of the seven days so that within that particular time, you are given that license, is very critical. Again, Clause 6 is key because it gives the operational process. For example, where the applicant meets the requirements, then an approval must be given. That approval must be looked at in terms of the condition but also, if it is to be rejected, the rejection also has to be stipulated very well. I think Clause 3 is also critical because sometimes in a Bill that is left too wide and broad, then you find people making various interpretations. For example, we have various adverts that give directions to places like an office. Therefore, this Bill in Clause 3, is clear about what situations for interventions should be there and where there are no interventions. For example, it says-"
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