Chairperson, I would like to thank all Members of Parliament for their participation in this crucial debate. It is very important that we are afforded an opportunity to engage one another on crucially important issues. I am sure that we have given government some food for thought and that we will be able to tackle this issue with renewed vigour. The Gautrain is emblematic of South Africa's drive for an improved public transport system. Its success is of the utmost importance.
We need to realise that the failure of the Gautrain currently is not because of viability issues, but because of government's inability to tackle copper theft. We call on government to act decisively and with urgency in order to ensure that the Gautrain delivers on the promise it has shown.
Stakeholders and government entities need to put the Gautrain at the top of their priorities in order to ensure that when next we debate this issue, we can congratulate all involved on the success achieved. I therefore thank you, Chair. [Applause.]
Debate concluded.