The Committee recommends that the Accounting Officer ensures that: a) A comprehensive human resource strategy is developed that will attract, retain and address the remuneration of skilled professionals in critical occupations in order to ensure that the Department carries out its mandate successfully; b) The training resources available within the public service are adequately utilised at all levels. c) The Public Administration Leadership and Management Academy (PALAMA) is speedily engaged to ascertain the training requirements within the Department. d) A comprehensive HR plan is developed annually as required by the Public Services Regulations.