Hon CARMEL SEPULONI: We have seen an 87 percent reduction in the number of sanctions applied to households where there are children. This is a reflection of our approach in the culture change that we initiated with the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) on the front line. I've been very clear in this House that excessive use of sanctions and a punitive approach can have detrimental effects. However, there is evidence to suggest that a balanced approach in using them as a last resort can be helpful in some instances.