21. Truth and Reconciliation Commission process. Parliament approved assistance measures for victims identified in terms of the Truth and Reconciliation process. The Committee has on several occasions expressed its dismay/displeasure/frustration at ongoing delays in giving effect to the assistance measures that the Department must implement. The Committee welcomes the continued progress in identifying and locating beneficiaries but is less pleased at the slow pace at which the regulations are being finalised. The Committee is concerned at the length of time it is taking to finalise the regulations. The Committee expects the regulations relating to educational assistance and medical benefits, in particular, to be promulgated before the end of the current financial year. It is informed that consultation with stakeholders on the housing regulations is ongoing. The lack of finality - after so long - remains unacceptable.