Dankie, agb Adjunkspeaker. [Thank you, hon Deputy Speaker.]
Hon Minister, the Police Service has about 12 control measures, because the police controls more than 264 000 firearms. Despite the 12 control measures, they have lost more than 20 000 firearms. One of those control measures is the Firearms Control Act.
Now, when I as a civilian lose my firearm, I am criminally charged and, if it is found that I have been negligent, I lose my licence and everything. Hon Minister, why does this not apply to members of the police? The police are supposed to set the example.
The Firearms Control Act was passed by Parliament and says it is the civilians that do not control their firearms, thereby enhancing crime. Now it seems as if it is the police who are increasing crime. How many officers have been charged under the Firearms Control Act? If not, why not? Thank you, Chair.