Hon Chair, the approval of the new minimum wage for the wholesale and retail sector by the Department of Labour, as one of the key mechanisms to reduce income inequality, further shows the commitment of the policies of the ANC to improve the lives of all our people. As such, workers in the wholesale and retail sector are now entitled to minimum wage increases that vary from 6,1 % to 8,1% in various job categories. The new wage determination stands to benefit various categories of workers. This includes cashiers, clerks, assistant managers, displayers, forklift operators, security guards, merchandisers, managers, sales assistants, salespersons, shop assistant supervisors and trainee managers. The ANC commends its government for the bold implementation of policies geared at affirming South African workers and reducing income inequality as we undo the legacy of discrimination aimed at the working class on the grounds of race and gender, as well as the disabled. Furthermore, we also welcome the government's commitment to set up ... [Time expired.]