The vacancies had arisen in January 2013 and the Districts normally give the go-ahead for the appointment of replacement teachers. In respect of LTSM, the Districts were charged with the verification of the books ordered and delivered to schools and notifying the Department of any shortages. This would be followed-up. The Department indicated that CAPS training had occurred; although some teachers did not attend. The Department was busy with a mop-up training workshop to be held soon. The Department would advise that the school do the necessary applications for temporary teachers for the three vacant positions. It was important that Districts started their own verification processes in respect of the delivery of LTSM and stationery. The Department would also work to appoint a service provider to supply the necessary training of the SGB on its roles and responsibilities.