9.1 National Council of Provinces approves the intervention as issued by the Provincial Executive Council in terms of section 139 (1) (b) of the Constitution. 9.2 That National Council of Provinces endorses the six months period of intervention, as stipulated in the intervention notice tabled by the Eastern Cape MEC for Local Government and Traditional Affairs. 9.3 The Caretaker Municipal Manager should urgently ensure that all senior and critical positions in the District are filled. 9.4 The MEC to table quarterly progress report to the NCOP on the status of interventions in the Municipality, including challenges encountered. 9.5 The South African Local Government Association in co-operation with Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority to facilitate training and capacity building for Municipal Councillors; to further deepen their understanding of the oversight role; legal framework and policies that govern the activities of the Municipality. 9.6 The Select Committee on Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs in co-operation with the relevant Committee in the Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature, to conduct a follow-up visit to the Municipality after the intervention has ended.