Thank you, hon Deputy Minister. I think I must respond to the Chief Whip of the Opposition, the hon Watson, since we are dealing with the last question. I am informed that the question was withdrawn by the member who put the question, who has the right to withdraw it. So, the question was withdrawn by the member.
Termination by SAPS of contract with private security companies
222. Ms D Kohler-Barnard (DA) asked the Minister of Police: (1) Why did the SA Police Service (SAPS) terminate the contract with private security companies;
(2) whether any (a) SAPS members and (b) reservists are tasked to take on the responsibility of guarding police stations; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, how many (i) SAPS members and (ii) reservists are now performing guard duties?