Thank you. Finally, it appears that the lack of response I generally experienced from the Department of Home Affairs on my queries filters right up to the Minister's office. Of all the questions I have submitted for written reply, I have not had the courtesy of a single reply to any of my questions. Again, just like in the case of legislation, and despite parliamentary Rules compelling the Minister to respond to questions within a specific time, this is simply ignored.
With respect, hon Minister, hopefully this will also improve. I would like to thank my staff, particularly my secretary, Amanda Beukes, and my assistant, Gaynor Lucas, for their unbelievably excellent support and dedication in assisting me ... [Interjections.] ... with the hundreds of queries that I received and the many people who approached me.
I dream that we will soon reach the stage where South Africans will receive quick, efficient and effective service from Home Affairs departments and where any experience with this department will be a pleasant one. This is a goal worth working towards and we are here to assist in realising that dream. [Time expired.] [Interjections.] [Applause.]