Mr Speaker, I respond to the concerns expressed by the hon Bhoola, who raised criticisms about the transfer of employees in the education department in KwaZulu-Natal. He specifically mentioned MEC Senzo Mchunu.
I can't imagine that the MEC concerned would be acting illegally, unlawfully and unprocedurally, as the hon Bhoola has alleged. I know that the Public Service Regulations allow the Ministers and MECs to transfer employees from one department to another, but in this case I think it is a question of the redeployment of teachers to schools where they are needed. However, let me say that I welcome the suggestion by hon Bhoola that we must look into the matter. I will investigate it and invite him to engage with me on the matter.