Lawmakers investigating the iron sheets scandal are grumbling about Speaker Anita Among’s failure to meet them over her role in the alleged diversion of relief items meant for the vulnerable people in Karamoja Sub-region.

Among, who is listed among the beneficiaries of iron sheets, has, however, not disregarded the Committee proceedings.

The Bukedea Woman MP responded in writing even as displeased Committee members quietly demanded a face- to-face meeting with the Speaker.

Addressing journalists yesterday in Kampala, the Committee chairperson, Jessica Ababiku said the planned meeting with the Speaker was cancelled the last minute after her schedule was re-adjusted to accommodate another discussion with an international guest.  

Among has, however, previously spoken about the iron sheets saga at Parliament.

While presiding over the House last month, she denied any wrongdoing and acknowledged the relief items meant for vulnerable people in Karamoja ended up in her constituency out of wrong thinking.

As a way of avoiding taking shame to the House, Among said she purchased 500 iron sheets and sent them back to the Office of the Prime Minister.