Hon members, having considered the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman and Degrading Treatment or Punishment, referred to as OPCAT, tabled in terms of section 231(2) of the Constitution, 1996, and the Explanatory Memorandum to it, the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services recommends that this House resolves to ratify the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman and Degrading Treatment or Punishment. So, we are presenting this report to this House for consideration. Thank you very much, hon Deputy Speaker. [Applause.]