House Chair, hon members, the establishment of the Office of Health Standards Compliance is a welcome move. There are many complaints relating to the service that citizens receive, particularly from public health facilities, and the treatment they get.
In the absence of prescribed norms and standards, it is difficult to hold people accountable. The saying is true: If there are no rules, there can be no violations. Azapo will therefore support the Bill, with the understanding that there will be no interference with the independence and integrity of the office, particularly when it comes to the ombudsman. We believe that with the passing of this Bill, our people will at least have recourse, rather than complaining in the corners. Like I said, we support the Bill.