6.8.2 Committee concerns: Members raised concerns around how practically, at station level, Station Commanders access funds/authority to fulfil their responsibility in terms of maintenance complaints under R30 000. Members noted that in many cases, Station Commanders complain that they cannot access this money without authorisation from the provincial offices, and that many delays are experienced in this regard. Members remained confused during both briefings on this issue, as the presentations continuously state that Station Commanders are responsible for the management of day-to- day maintenance; yet, because the money comes from the provincial office, the Committee is aware that in fact they do not have the autonomy to act in this regard, but need to process these maintenance complaints/requests through the provincial office.