We on this side of the House are committed to maintaining participation in these schemes at the same level as in 2002. It is essential for community development and the self-esteem of the scheme participants that they are allowed to continue to work in the community. I call on everyone on the opposite side to take a stand on this important issue and not allow the financial mismanagement of the Department of Finance to be an excuse to eliminate a very successful idea which over the years has given many thousands of participants a great opportunity to gain work experience and return to the workplace on a full-time basis.