The clarification of Government's stance on certain key macroeconomic issues provides a degree of certainty and predictability, and will further support both consumer and business confidence. The details of the new growth path were not included in this year's MTBPS, although many of the proposed aspects are already part and parcel of the MTEF. The debates and consultations which will generate greater detail on a new growth path will be an important opportunity to consider alternatives and to secure broad ownership of a truly developmental framework.