Hon Speaker, there are many reasons. With regard to the school governing bodies, there are those that have the capacity and ability to make the appropriate selection, choice and recommendations, but there are also those that can be influenced, as the hon member from the IFP correctly indicated, for reasons of community, political and other choices.
Given the importance of this particular functionary, it is important that we choose a person on the basis of merit and experience someone who would be able to lead the institution appropriately. That is also the approach of Public Service and Administration that is being proposed in relation to officials who assume certain responsibilities.
Yes, we do have difficulties, but the legislation, as it stands now, does not distinguish between the appointment of an ordinary educator, deputy principal and a principal. For that reason, the review has indeed been called for and is being responded to. Thank you.