Hon members, I wish to remind you that this is the first time in more than 30 years that the hon Koos van der Merwe is not here. He is recovering from an operation and we would like the hon Chairperson, Skosana, to convey our wishes to him for a speedy recovery. I know he is here with us in spirit. Please pass our greetings and best wishes to him. [Applause.]
Hon members, I also wish to join in, in thanking the hon Godfrey Cleinwerck for his contribution to this Parliament. His contribution has been outstanding. It is difficult to think of Parliament without Mr Cleinwerck. He has become part of the institution. We are certainly going to miss him a great deal.
I would also like to take this opportunity to welcome the appointments of hon Frolick and hon Hajaig as House Chairs. I would like to tell them that, as presiding officers, they are expected to preside at night during the night shifts. This is the last time I am presiding in the evening. [Laughter.]
Although this is the last plenary session of the National Assembly, committee work is still going to continue next week. Members will then have an opportunity to reconnect with their constituencies before breaking for the annual leave on 15 December. Drive safely and take time to relax and to enjoy with your families. I wish you all the very best. Thank you very much for your co-operation. It has been a long, hard year, but it has been worth it. Again, I would like to thank you for your co-operation and all the hard work that you have put in.