4. Welcome remarks The leader of the parliamentary delegation welcomed all present and expressed gratitude and appreciation to the MEC and provincial department for responding to the Committee's oversight initiative. She further acknowledged the presence of the representatives of the City of Johannesburg which demonstrated commitment to a collective effort in ensuring that this matter is resolved amicably. The leader of the parliamentary delegation further outlined the purpose of the visit, that is a follow-up on the oversight visit undertaken on 19 November 2012 to ascertain progress made by the national department to address human settlements challenges in Lenasia which were identified and on which recommendations were made.