The budget was approved in the state you presented it, meaning that it would be able to sustain its operations. So there will be no excuse for not delivering.

We expect the local authority to supervise and give technical advice to the beneficiaries to ensure that standards are maintained and, thus, not derail the initial intentions of Operation Restore Order through ensuring that safe, neat and durable houses are built.

We therefore urge the local authority to be innovative and forge partnerships with the private sector for the purpose of joint ventures in the provision of housing to those in need of accommodation.

Government will not turn its back to the plight of our citizens and leave them at the mercy of these irresponsible city fathers, many of whom steered clear of meaningful progress on the socio-economic problems affecting residents over the past years.

The department of finance and those who helped us should be commended for their sterling job that kept the party activities rolling under such difficult situations, particularly because of the drought and continual rise in inflation.

Grading also encourages the maintenance of services as well as providing a strong incentive for constant improvement as it is an obvious inducement for operators to render good service all the time and not just occasionally. A national grading system allows for our accommodation sector to compete in the worldwide accommodation standards system as it provides a means by which our facilities can be ranked and compared with others. A grading system adds legitimacy to a country's standing and is proof of Government's permanent concern over the standards of services offered.