{"count":1608389,"next":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=138043","previous":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=138041","results":[{"id":1396831,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1396831/?format=json","text_counter":188,"type":"heading","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"DELAYS IN DISBURSEMENT OF MONEY BY THE NATIONAL TREASURY"},{"id":1396832,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1396832/?format=json","text_counter":189,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Nyaribari Chache, UDA","speaker_title":"Hon. Zaheer Jhanda","speaker":null,"content":" Hon. Temporary Speaker, thank you for this opportunity. I rise to request for a Statement regarding the delay in disbursement of money by the National Treasury. Hon. Temporary Speaker"},{"id":1396833,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1396833/?format=json","text_counter":190,"type":"heading","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":","},{"id":1396834,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1396834/?format=json","text_counter":191,"type":"other","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request a Statement from the Chairperson of the Budget and Appropriations Committee regarding the delay in the disbursement of monies by the National Treasury to various ministries. Every year, the National Assembly plays a crucial role in approving the annual budget and ensuring that funds are allocated appropriately to support the provision of essential services to citizens of this country. It is imperative to note that Government revenue is largely derived from taxes on the people. In this regard, the public rightfully expects efficient and expedient services that benefit them directly from the Government. These services include health, education, security, and transport. Regrettably, it is noted that the National Treasury has delayed the disbursement of funds to certain ministries, including the Ministry of Roads and Transport. Undeniably, the condition of our roads plays a significant role in ensuring road safety and contributing to the movement of goods and services within our country. The delay in the disbursement of funds for road construction and repair within the country threatens to exacerbate the surge in tragic road accidents that have continued to afflict the country. Hon. Temporary Speaker, the urgency of this matter cannot be overstated as these delays impede the timely completion of critical infrastructure initiatives, and it is imperative that this matter be promptly addressed. As I finish"},{"id":1396835,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1396835/?format=json","text_counter":192,"type":"heading","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":","},{"id":1396836,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1396836/?format=json","text_counter":193,"type":"other","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"it is against this background that I request a Statement from the Chairperson of the Budget and Appropriations Committee on the following: 1. What is the status of the disbursement of money appropriated by the National Assembly to the Ministry of Roads and Transport? 2. Could the Chairperson state plans that have been put in place to ensure timely disbursement of all appropriated funds for the current Financial Year to avert any delays before the end of this Financial Year? I submit, Hon. Temporary Speaker."},{"id":1396837,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1396837/?format=json","text_counter":194,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Peter Kaluma","speaker_title":"The Temporary Speaker","speaker":{"id":1565,"legal_name":"George Peter Opondo Kaluma","slug":"george-peter-opondo-kaluma"},"content":" Where is the Budget and Appropriations Committee Chairperson? Hon Ndindi Nyoro. Where are the Chairs of the Departmental Committees?"},{"id":1396838,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1396838/?format=json","text_counter":195,"type":"scene","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"(Loud consultations)"},{"id":1396839,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1396839/?format=json","text_counter":196,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Peter Kaluma","speaker_title":"The Temporary Speaker","speaker":{"id":1565,"legal_name":"George Peter Opondo Kaluma","slug":"george-peter-opondo-kaluma"},"content":"We do not have the Chairpersons. The Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning is there, and the Chairperson of the Committee in charge of Water is there. The Chairperson in charge of the Departmental Committee on Transport and The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor"},{"id":1396840,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1396840/?format=json","text_counter":197,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. Peter Kaluma","speaker_title":"The Temporary Speaker","speaker":{"id":1565,"legal_name":"George Peter Opondo Kaluma","slug":"george-peter-opondo-kaluma"},"content":"Infrastructure is there, the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations is there, and the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Environment, Forestry and Mining is there. I can see. Where is the Chairperson Budget and Appropriations Committee? The issue being raised is crucial. It is not something we want to delegate."}]}