Hon Speaker, we support the view of the hon member of the IFP. Presenting false or forged qualifications is a serious matter. Teaching is a serious profession and discipline, and we do believe that people who present false or forged qualifications are guilty of the crime of forgery and uttering and fraud and the appropriate criminal action must be taken.
We do support the view that we have to be vigilant, and the SA Council for Educators must ensure that they screen educators properly in terms of their qualifications.
Furthermore, we would certainly raise the matter within the Council of Education Ministers meeting to ensure that all departments are aware of the threat of false qualifications. Therefore we will do whatever is necessary to protect and safeguard our learners and the profession as a whole. Thank you very much. [Applause.]