Franklin Mithika Linturi

All parliamentary appearances

Entries 1181 to 1188 of 1188.

• 16 Apr 2008 in National Assembly: Under Standing Order No.20(1) view
• 16 Apr 2008 in National Assembly: Standing Order No.20(1) states:- "Any Member may at any time rise in his place and seek leave to move the adjournment of the House for the purpose of discussing a definite matter of urgent national importance". Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, as a requirement, and in compliance with Part 2 of Standing Order No.20, I gave notice yesterday that I will be rising today. The matter of national importance here is the fact that this House does not have an Official Opposition. There are Committees in this House that cannot be formed without the Official Opposition. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Section 45 ... view
• 15 Apr 2008 in National Assembly: Thank you, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir. I stand on a point of order. I would like to refer to Standing Order No.1 which says:- "In all cases where matters are not expressly provided for by the Standing Orders or by other Orders of the House, procedural questions shall be decided by the Speaker." I understand that you have ruled that this is a unique time in this country. However, I am seeking your opinion on the following matters. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, bearing in mind that Kenya is a multiparty democracy as envisioned in our laws, and considering that on ... view
• 15 Apr 2008 in National Assembly: It is for that reason that I am pleading with you to give us your opinion. As we speak today, the National Assembly of this country is without an Official Opposition. Secondly, an Official Opposition in this country is a necessity in obedience to Section 1(a) of the Constitution. Where hon. Members in this House are neither Ministers nor Assistant Minsters, being not less than 30 and by signing decisions in writing, can and shall be recognised as members of the Official Opposition. Such a group of Members shall be called the Grand Coalition Opposition for the purposes of putting ... view
• 15 Apr 2008 in National Assembly: On a point of order, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir. view
• 15 Apr 2008 in National Assembly: On a point of order, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir. I would like to cite Standing Order No.172(2); which states:- "All seats in the Front Benches of the Chamber to the left of Mr. Speaker shall be reserved for the Leaders of the Opposition parties and Members of the Official Opposition---" view
• 20 Mar 2008 in National Assembly: Thank you, Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, for giving me this chance to address this House for the first time. I actually got frustrated yesterday when I rose 16 times without being noticed by Mr. Speaker. I thought today would be the same, but I thank God that you have been able to notice me. Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, let me first begin by thanking the people of Igembe South for giving me this opportunity to serve in this House as their Member of Parliament. I want to promise them that I will not let them down. I will ... view
• 20 Mar 2008 in National Assembly: Thank you, Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir! view