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(6) A decision by a court that a provision of legislation of one
level of government prevails over a provision of legislation of another
level of government does not invalidate the other provision, but the other
provision is inoperative to the extent of the inconsistency.
Part 6—Suspension
Suspension of a
county government.
of
County Governments
192. (1) The President may suspend a county government—
(a) in an emergency arising out of internal conflict or war; or
(b) in any other exceptional circumstances.
(2) A county government shall not be suspended under clause
(1) (b) unless an independent commission of inquiry has investigated
allegations against the county government, the President is satisfied
that the allegations are justified and the Senate has authorised the
suspension.
(3) During a suspension under this Article, arrangements shall be
made for the performance of the functions of a county government in
accordance with an Act of Parliament.
(4) The Senate may at any time terminate the suspension.
(5) A suspension under this Article shall not extend beyond a
period of ninety days.
(6) On the expiry of the period provided for under clause (5),
elections for the relevant county government shall be held.
Part 7—General
Qualifications for
election as member
of county assembly.
193. (1) Unless disqualified under clause (2), a person is eligible
for election as a member of a county assembly if the person—
(a) is registered as a voter;
(b) satisfies any educational, moral and ethical requirements
prescribed by this Constitution or an Act of Parliament;
and
(c) is either—
(i) nominated by a political party; or