Well, you are aware that during the strike - even though we were caught by surprise - we did have contingency plans with the army. We have called on MECs on Friday this week to get a review so that we can see where we have gone wrong and then be able to draw up fresh contingency plans. So, we are not taking any chances. We are meeting with all MECs in the country on Friday, specifically for this purpose.
Dealing with water and sanitation backlogs in schools
211. Mr Z S Makhubele (ANC) asked the Minister of Basic Education:
Whether her department envisages dealing with backlogs regarding water and sanitation in schools; if not, why not; if so, what (a) is the current status and (b) measures are being implemented in this regard?