Murungi Kathuri

All parliamentary appearances

Entries 1471 to 1480 of 6790.

• 19 Sep 2024 in Senate: Clerk, do we have quorum? view
• 19 Sep 2024 in Senate: Serjeant-at-Arms, kindly ring the Quorum Bell for 10 minutes. view
• 19 Sep 2024 in Senate: Okay. We now have quorum. Clerk, you can now read out the first Order. Next Order. view
• 19 Sep 2024 in Senate: Hon. Senators, pursuant to Standing Order No.232(1)(a), I hereby present to the Senate that a Petition has been submitted--- Order, Senators! I repeat, pursuant to Standing Orders No. 232(1)(a), I hereby present to the Senate that a Petition has been submitted to the Clerk by Mr. Charles Ochola Osango on behalf of other citizens of the Republic of Kenya and residents of Nairobi, seeking the introduction of the Hospitality Professionals Bill, 2023. As we are aware, under Article 119(1) of the Constitution, and I quote: - “Every person has the right to petition Parliament to consider any matter within its ... view
• 19 Sep 2024 in Senate: The salient issues raised in the said Petition are as follows. You can find your way in, Sen. Wakili Sigei. view
• 19 Sep 2024 in Senate: (a) That the Petitioner seeks the introduction of the Hospitality Professionals Bill; (b) That, other professions are regulated through statutes to ensure effective discharge of their mandate. However, the Hospitality profession is primarily regulated by the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB), which oversees the tourism and hospitality sectors. Additionally, the Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA) is responsible for licensing and regulating tourism and hospitality businesses to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations; (c) That, while the tourism sector and the hospitality profession are closely related, each has distinct functions and activities and cannot be regulated by the Tourism industry; (d) That, ... view
• 19 Sep 2024 in Senate: It is your choice, Sen. Tobiko. view
• 19 Sep 2024 in Senate: (e) That the proposed Bill seeks to address the following issues. Hon. Senators, I gave you an opportunity to sit down. Sen. Kisang, you are out of order. ‘ (1) Specialized expertise in the hospitality profession, which may not be found solely in the Tourism Regulatory Authority. (2) Conflict of interest that arises due to combining the regulation of tourism and hospitality under the same authority. (3) Industry Representation: Provide for the establishment of a separate regulatory body that will allow for better representation and engagement of the various stakeholders in the industry ensuring that the specific needs and concerns ... view
• 19 Sep 2024 in Senate: (5) Promotion of Industry Growth and Competitiveness: Establishing clear standards and regulations will foster an environment that is conducive for industry growth, innovation and competitiveness. (6) Compliance and Enforcement Mechanisms: The institute established within the Act will be equipped with the necessary powers and resources to enforce compliance with regulatory requirements. (7) Creation of a Professional Regulatory Body: The regulatory body will oversee the activities of the sector, monitor compliance and enforce industry standards. (8) Establishment of a Regulatory Framework: Set standards for quality, hygiene, safety and service in the industry that should be enforced through a robust inspection and ... view
• 19 Sep 2024 in Senate: Next Order. view