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    "content": "My second Statement is pursuant to Standing Order No.36 (4). In terms of that Standing Order, time was allotted, 15 minutes, specifically, to the Leader of Government Business to appraise the House with regard to the business for the preceding week. First of all, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the House for the work we have done since we resumed our sittings this week, Tuesday, 28th September, 2010. Next week, the House is expected to deliberate on the Tea Amendment Bill, Bill No.12, which is envisaged to bring reforms in the tea sector. The Finance Bill as well, Bill No.9 of 2010, as well as the Insurance Motor Third Party Risks Amendment Bill, Bill No.10 of 2010, will also be going through the Second Reading stage next week. As Members may wish to note, this afternoon, we will embark on a Motion to appoint Members who will serve in the Constitutional Implementation Oversight Committee. The Parliamentary Committee on the implementation of the Constitution will be expected to present its report on the following critical Bills on the implementation of the Constitution: One, the Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution Bill, Bill No.15, secondly, the Vetting of Judges and Magistrates Bill, Bill No.16 and thirdly, the Judicial Service Commission Bill, Bill No.17. I am, therefore, appealing to them to exercise their mandate fully of overseeing the implantation of the new Constitution and, in particular, urge them to expedite their work. They should also ensure the timely introduction and passage of legislation required by the House in close liaison with all the relevant stakeholders. Last but not least, I would like to urge the House that the House Business Committee has resolved that within the next one month, Parliament should organize a workshop for all hon. Members so as to sensitize them on the new Constitution and expected laws, including the timelines of legislations as stipulated in the Fifth Schedule of the new Constitution."
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