Thank you, Chairperson. I would like to add my appreciation for the shift in the manner in which we deal with Bills. The transformation of Parliament is an ongoing process for us. Every step that we are taking to achieve that is an important one, and the politics of this Bill and the reasons why the issue requires legislation are crucial for us.
In a sense this step is a very important one; indeed we are taking a giant step to transform our institution, which is supposed to be the people's tribune and is in fact the people's Parliament. For that reason this is a very welcome move.
The reorganisation of the state, which we undertook to do when we took office in 1994, is a challenging task. Some of this work can have negative consequences. But evidence increasingly emerges that where we have done so in an inclusive and participatory manner, involving those affected, the results are almost always very productive and useful. This is one instance where, from indications so far, we are having such results.
Effective representation of the interests of those affected by these measures is crucial, not only in this sector but everywhere else. However, I do want to add my words to hon Hendrickse's view about the Pension Funds Adjudicator, because we may not have an early opportunity to indicate our displeasure that he is not getting support where he should be getting it. I may be saying it before we get full briefings, but the work in this area is very important. It represents the interests of many people whose pensions and savings over the years must be protected, and those who are predators must be prevented from preying on them. We have to protect those who are unable to protect themselves.
This reorganisation is a crucial one. It shows that it is possible to intervene in a manner that satisfies the interests of the economy and those who are affected by the organisations that we are running, and for that reason this is a very significant move and we appreciate it. Thank you.
The ACTING DEPUTY SPEAKER (Ms C-S Botha): Thank you. We have now accommodated everybody who indicated they wanted to participate in the debate. Is there perhaps anybody else?