SALGA submitted and conceded that the implementation of the Intergovernmental Relations Framework has faced significant challenges in ensuring the effective rollout of coordinated and integrated multi-sphere government programmes. SALGA reported that a key area of focus was the need to enhance cooperation of all spheres of government and strengthening the requirement for local government's Integrated Development Plans to serve as a critical and strategic base in all provincial and national plans so as to ensure integrated planning and implementation of government services.