Chairperson, the ANC is satisfied that the department has committed that the budget allocation going forward will focus more on rehabilitation, care and reintegration, which are the core business of Correctional Services. I think that will then address the concerns of the IFP. The ANC is also encouraged by virtue of the fact that inmates must work, study or do both whilst incarcerated. This ensures the triple objective of reskilling correctional facilities' self-sustainability and preparation for reintegration into society.
We are the first to acknowledge that more still needs to be done. Opposing the budget is nothing more than grandstanding and walking out is plain childish. The more mature thing to do is to intensify oversight and accountability by the portfolio committee and thereby contribute constructively towards creating a safer South Africa. The ANC fully supports the 2012-13 budget for the Department of Correctional Services. Thank you.
Vote agreed to (Inkatha Freedom Party dissenting).
Vote No 22 - Defence and Military Veterans - put.
Vote agreed to (Democratic Alliance dissenting).
Vote No 23 - Independent Police Investigative Directorate - put and agreed to.
Vote No 24 - Justice and Constitutional Development - put.
Declarations of vote: