Chairperson, we share the same sentiments in that regard and we certainly don't want our learners to be conveyed in vehicles that are unroadworthy or that are not safe. Therefore, we have to work closely with the Department of Transport, traffic departments, local authorities, etc, to ensure that our children are not prejudiced or at risk in any way whatsoever.
The conversation that is taking place between the Department of Basic Education and the Department of Transport speaks specifically to this particular area. The Department of Basic Education, for example, cannot prescribe standards with regard to the conveyance of passengers within a vehicle. You require the Department of Transport to do that. That is why this collaboration becomes critical, so that when we develop the policy, we have the ability, in collaboration, to implement it.
The hon member from the Western Cape raised the issue of transport being the responsibility of the province. But transport and education are both concurrent responsibilities. So, in terms of our dispensation and our approach as the Department of Basic Education - and as government, for that matter we work closely and in collaboration with provinces to work in the best national interest of the constituents that we represent. Thank you very much, Chairperson.