1. Programme 2: Transport Policy and Economic Regulation The Transport Policy and Economic Regulation Programme manages a national innovative research and development programme. It also develops and analyses strategic policies, In addition, it develops appropriate legislation and provides economic advice, as well as analysis, for all modes of transport. . Innovation Strategy The target could not be achieved due to the unavailability of funds and lack of capacity. It was reported that funds could not be shifted within the programme and that attempts to appoint a consultant were unsuccessful. . Knowledge Management The target could not be achieved owing to the shifting of funds to other programmes earmarked by the Department for urgent delivery. . Research Studies The development of a rural accessibility index for 12 districts as a management and monitoring tool was not achieved. The funds intended for this project were reprioritised. . Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Road Shows Only six provincial Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment road shows were held instead of nine due to insufficient budget allocation.