Alfred Khang'ati

All parliamentary appearances

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• 10 Oct 2012 in National Assembly: Madam Temporary Deputy Speaker, the question which Mr. Koech has raised is very important. As a Government, we are aware of one fact that the security agencies in this country lack vehicles. That is one of the issues that we were made aware of when we took office two weeks ago. We are addressing that issue. For us to acquire vehicles and, therefore, to give comfort to Members of Parliament that enough vehicles will be available, we need to get money from the Treasury and discussions are going on. In general terms, I am aware that we will procure vehicles. ... view
• 10 Oct 2012 in National Assembly: Madam Temporary Deputy Speaker, basically the concerns of hon. Members are the same concerns I share. I have already told them that we do not have enough vehicles. Yes, there are funds which have been allocated but we need more funds so that we can provide sufficient number of vehicles. Even in my own constituency, when I met the people in charge of security they told me to come here and make sure they have two Land Rovers. My own OCPD does not have a Land Rover. So, I share these concerns with you. view
• 10 Oct 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, it is true that the Police Reservists do a great job but it is basically on a volunteer basis. view
• 10 Oct 2012 in National Assembly: Madam Temporary Deputy Speaker, I had already given that answer. I have already said that as a Government, we are aware that we do not have sufficient vehicles for the security of our country. I am not surprised when Mr. Kioni cites specific police stations. I was giving my own police station as an example. So, I am not surprised. The assurance I am giving is that the matter is being seriously looked at within the shortest time possible. view
• 10 Oct 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, while appreciating the effort that was made by the hon. Member of Parliament; the interventions that she took to ensure that we had peace and good understanding, I want to assure her that there is no single time we have condoned lawlessness either from individuals, the regular police or the reservists. I have already indicated that the single matter that has been brought to our attention is still under investigation. If indeed it is found out that our officers used excessive force, then disciplinary action will be taken. We do not want our officers to be seen ... view
• 10 Oct 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, the reservists are basically volunteers. They work alongside the regular police officers and Administration Police officers. Within that arrangement, they get sufficient training. They know the code; what to do and what not to do. view
• 10 Oct 2012 in National Assembly: Madam Temporary Deputy Speaker, the short-term solution to the issues that have been raised by Members of Parliament is to purchase vehicles. I do not think I am in a position to say when the intended factory for rehabilitation of vehicles will be in place, but I can assure the House that before the end of this year we will have view
• 10 Oct 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I am not aware of the case which the hon. Member is referring to. I will request that he brings it to my attention so that consultations are made with the relevant Government agencies to find ways and means of helping the family. view
• 10 Oct 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, the police reservists are volunteers. They are very good Kenyan citizens who want this country to be peaceful. The allegation that these police officers are hired is a far-fetched allegation which my office is not aware of. If indeed the hon. Member is aware of any single incident where a police reservist armed or otherwise has been hired to disrupt peace and order, then that should be brought to my attention. What I know is that they are very good Kenyan citizens and they are doing a great job. As we move forward under the police reforms ... view
• 10 Oct 2012 in National Assembly: Madam Temporary Deputy Speaker, the criteria will be on need basis and this one will be determined by the technical team. view