The National Assembly will adjourn for a short Easter recess starting on Wednesday to April 09.

The motion for the National Assembly to take a break for Easter recess was proposed by the leader of the House, and the Deputy Prime Minister Mr. Lesao Lehohla on Wednesday and was seconded by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Mr. Refiloe Masemene.

Mr. Lehohla said after a hectic work on budget estimates, where Members worked tirelessly to pass 2008/2009 estimates, they deserve a short recess to recharge.

The leader of the house described Easter as a family reunion and that they should also attend church services to take new Oaths with God.

He said Members should go to the electorate to explain the contents of the budget in a manner they will understand its importance for the betterment of their lives and know the developmental projects to be undertaken.

The motion was accepted and the House will reconvene on Wednesday afternoon of April 09.

Source: LENA 19/03/2008