MR CURRIN
In conclusion,  I would like to refer you to the preamble of the Promotion of National Unity and Reconciliation Act, and just, I think, highlight, if I may,
that when considering this application and others, and in particular when you have reference to the criteria set out in section 20, we believe that that reference must be informed by the preamble, which we also know comes from our Constitution.  The objectives of the Commission, and certainly of your Committee, I believe, are as set out in the preamble to the Act.  I would just like to record the sections that we believe are pertinent, we believe provide the paradigm in which you need to apply yourselves when considering the criteria.  And they are, the Commission states that:
"The pursuit of national unity, the well-being of all South African citizens and peace require reconciliation between the people of South Africa and the reconstruction of society."
We have heard here today, and yesterday, but particularly today, how reconciliation could be served, has already been served by the presence of this Committee, but we believe could be served even further, if the two applicants are released and granted amnesty.
	Furthermore, the preamble to the Act refers to:
"A need for understanding, not for vengeance ..."
And we have heard, we have witnessed understanding -
"... and need for reparation, but not for retaliation, a need for ubuntu, but not for the victimisation."
PHOKENG HEARING	AMNESTY/GAUTENG
MR MPSHE	161	ADDRESS
It is that context, and that is what we believe what should inform you when you apply your minds to the criteria set out in the Act.
	We thank you.