Stephen Tarus

All parliamentary appearances

Entries 111 to 120 of 140.

• 7 Jun 2006 in National Assembly: Yes, tomorrow. view
• 4 May 2006 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I beg to reply. (a) I am aware that seven families were left homeless when fire gutted their houses on 23rd April, 2006 in Maragua Township. May 4, 2006 PARLIAMENTARY DEBATES 941 (b) I am further aware that Maragua Town Council does not have any form of fire-fighting equipment despite being the main town in Maragua. (c) Maragua Town Council will be considered among other councils once we have sufficient funds to acquire fire-fighting equipment. view
• 4 May 2006 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, we had made spirited efforts to acquire fire-fighting equipment, not only for Maragua Town Council, but also across the country. The logistical matters and cost involved were prohibitive. We are considering requesting councils around a region entering into a programme of acquisition of fire-fighting equipment to assist them for now. view
• 4 May 2006 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I appreciate hon. Members' concern that every council should have fire-fighting equipment. However, the costs involved are so high that we must follow the proper regulations for procurement. We are conscious of the fact that this equipment is needed very urgently. I would like to request hon. Members to bear with us and utilise the facilities available now until we are able to overcome the challenges emanating from procurement procedures. view
• 4 May 2006 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I said that we have considered the scenario which is prevalent in most of the councils, particularly large councils like Nairobi, Kisumu, Eldoret and Mombasa. The delay in the entire process is caused by the procedures for acquisition of these equipment, given the cost involved. view
• 4 May 2006 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, once again, I understand the concern of hon. Members. However, we cannot flout the rules for that purpose, although we recognise that this fire- fighting equipment is required urgently. view
• 4 May 2006 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I do not have a figure of the amounts set aside for now. We will consider the urgency of allocating sufficient resources for that purpose. view
• 4 May 2006 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am not aware of the Ministry's refusal to receive donations on behalf of particular local authorities. Councils surrounding a particular region should come together. The cost of acquiring one fire engine amounts to Kshs100 million. Therefore, there is need for proper plans and allocation by the Government. view
• 4 May 2006 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, did he really ask the Question? view
• 4 May 2006 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I beg to reply. (a) I am aware. (b) My Ministry has taken the following urgent steps to arrest the impending disaster. (i) The affected building area has been cordoned off to stop people from entering. (ii) Notices of intention to demolish have been sent out to vendors, stall owners and owners of adjacent premises. (iii) Notices to vacate stalls in the market have been issued. (iv) Tender documents for the demolition of the markets are being prepared and very soon, they will be floated. May 4, 2006 PARLIAMENTARY DEBATES 943 (b) The Ministry will ensure ... view