If you are not a good listener, you will never learn. I listen to you because I want to learn from you, and I think it is important that you listen so that you can begin to appreciate other people's points of view. Thank you. [Applause.]
Steps to entrench victim-oriented emphasis in criminal justice system
184. Mr J B Sibanyoni (ANC) asked the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development:
(1) What steps has he taken to entrench a victim-oriented emphasis in the criminal justice system to ensure an equitable balance between the rights of the accused or convicted persons and the rights of victims (details furnished);
(2) whether he has taken any steps to ensure compensation of victims; if not, why not; if so, what steps? NO3702E