SISI KHAMPEPE
Mr Mpshe, we would like you to attend to this matter as soon as possible.  As you are aware we really do not have much time left as a Committee to conclude our work.  We are greatly disturbed by the fact that we are unable to start with many of our applications because of delays caused by legal arguments, which ultimately lead to matters being postponed or lead to several adjournments.  We would like to make sure that when we do have an application, we are able to start and to really start on the issues at
hand, which impinge on the application of the applicants.  This really is not directed to Mr Mpshe only, but we would request counsel to really have serious consideration on the limited lifespan of the Amnesty Committee and to try their level best to make sure that we are able to consider the applications and I am sure this may be obviated by having a proper pre-trial conference and having a will to really try and get on with the merits of the matter.  We are really making a strong appeal to both Mr Mpshe on behalf of the Amnesty Committee and to counsel representing the applicants.  Thank you.