Where were they? MPs who skipped crucial Finance Bill vote
Over 180 MPs failed to attend decisive vote due to political caution and campaigns...
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A significant number of Members of Parliament (MPs) were notably absent during a crucial vote on the contentious Finance Bill, despite vocal engagements prior to the debate.
- Around half of MPs reportedly missed the critical vote in the National Assembly.
- The absent MPs included those who had been highly vocal in public forums and on social media against the bill.
- Opposition leaders were unable to rally sufficient numbers to defeat the legislation due to the low turnout.
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187 MPs Skip Finance Bill Vote; Ruto Congratulates Those Who Passed It - June 2026
A significant number of Members of Parliament were conspicuously absent from a crucial vote on the Finance Bill, despite being vocal in the preceding debate. President William Ruto has congratulated the MPs who voted for the Finance Bill 2026, which was passed with significant amendments and is awaiting presidential assent to become law. The Finance Bill 2026 is being defended by Ruto as legislation that will strengthen the economy and expand public services. Questions are being raised about the whereabouts of MPs during the crucial voting period.
