Chair, in response to the declaration by Cope, I rise on behalf of the ANC to indicate that all the departments are equal in our government, and National Treasury does not have supervisory powers over other departments. However, in the spirit of intergovernmental relations, it can only engage other parties as to how far they can do certain things in compliance with the law.
One would advise the hon Makhubela to perhaps familiarise himself with the roles and responsibilities of the National Treasury.
With regard to the declaration by the other colleague, it is quite clear that it was irrelevant and has been withdrawn.
I would like to conclude by stating this truth: If one wanted to find out what the quality of the fabric of one's garment was, one would have to wash it over and over. It will soon shed its colour and show its true colour and quality. That is becoming true of the DA. I thank you. [Interjections.]