(1) Whether his department has taken any emergency steps to prevent water shortage at Swartruggens in the North West; if not, why not; if so, what steps; (2) (a) where is Swartruggens bulk water supply sourced from and (b) what amount has been spent on pipelines to get water to Swartruggens; (2) whether all pipelines are in good working condition; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?