Hansard Summary
The Deputy Speaker called for a quorum, ringing the division bell twice, but after 15 minutes no sufficient members were present. Citing Standing Order No.34, the Senate was adjourned until 2:30 p.m. that afternoon.Sentimental Analysis
NeutralTHE PARLIAMENT OF KENYA
THE SENATE
THE HANSARD
October 16, 2013 SENATE DEBATES
PARLIAMENT OF KENYA
Wednesday, 16th October, 2013
[The Deputy Speaker (Sen. Kembi-Gitura) in the Chair]
QUORUM CALL AT COMMENCEMENT OF SITTING
The Deputy Speaker (Sen. Kembi-Gitura)
Hon. Senators, let us first determine if we have a quorum.
(The Deputy Speaker consulted the Clerk-at-the-Table)Can the Division Bell be rung? We do not have a quorum.
(The Division Bell was rung)I direct that the Bell be rung for another five minutes.
(The Division Bell was rung for a further five minutes)ADJOURNMENT
The Deputy Speaker (Sen. Kembi-Gitura)
Hon. Senators, you note that even after 15 minutes, we still have no quorum. As per the provisions of Standing Order No.34, the House will now stand adjourned until 2.30 p.m., this afternoon.
The Senate rose at 9.15 a.m.