Kipchumba Murkomen

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• 2 Jun 2013 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I have not had a chance to consult with the Vice-Chair because I was out of the country. However, how does such information get to committee chairs if they are not in the House at a particular time? There must be institutional mechanisms that ensure we get such questions formally, so that we transmit the same to the necessary institutions. Be that as it may, if you allow me, in another one hour, I will consult the Vice-Chair and get the correct position then get back to the House. Sen. Musila thinks tomorrow will be the best ... view
• 2 Jun 2013 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, and thank you Sen. Mungai for sparing some minutes for me. I think the subject that is before us is very important and very critical. The declaration of alcohol and drugs as a national disaster is very important in terms of creating the necessary awareness about this issue and also getting the attention of the world, all the departments of the world including, if need be, tax exemptions in certain areas that can help us deal with alcoholism or tax punishments The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. ... view
• 23 May 2013 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I want to thank my colleague for that very important question. I can answer it today, if need be. view
• 23 May 2013 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, if you look at what they call Circular No.1, which the President issued in so far as the Department of Devolution is concerned – actually it is what is called the Ministry of Devolution and Planning – you would easily say that the title is misleading, because if you look at the contents of that Ministry, the larger percentage of the Ministry is involved in matters of planning, and planning is a function of national Government. This Ministry is an amalgamation of about six Ministries; first thee is what used to be the Ministry of Planning. So, ... view
• 23 May 2013 in Senate: Please, repeat the second question. view
• 23 May 2013 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, first, I really thank my colleagues for the very good questions. There is a misunderstanding in this country and in many countries in the world on matters of devolution. The word “devolution” in the Constitution does not refer to counties. If you read Article 6(3) of the Constitution, you will realise one very important provision. It says that:- “A national State organ shall ensure reasonable access to its services in all parts of the Republic, so far as it is appropriate to do so having regard to the nature of the service.” This refers to a national ... view
• 23 May 2013 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, Article 6(3) requires that all National Government state organs should ensure that there is reasonable access to its services in all parts of the Republic. If you read Article 174(h), it says:- “The objects of the devolution of government are- (h) to facilitate the decentralisation of State organs, their functions and services, from the capital of Kenya; and---” Devolution is not all about counties. In fact, some people claim that if you want to read about devolution, go to Chapter 11. This Chapter is basically titled “Devolved Governments.” It discusses the county executive and legislature. But both ... view
• 23 May 2013 in Senate: They have the responsibility to take those functions to the local level. When we came to this House, we said that we are all learning. Am suggesting that- -- view
• 23 May 2013 in Senate: Mr. Speaker, Sir, if you could protect me from the noise--- view
• 23 May 2013 in Senate: Sorry, the loud consultations. view