If you underpay (that is, R1.50 per leaner), the department might loose their service providers due to low payment. There are serious concerns on the quality of food that is given to learners. Members from NC indicated that there are a number of schools that are in dire need of money e.g. Sityanda School. It is not clear on why business plans were submitted late, even though national policy are known in advance and should proactively plan. Members were disappointed that the MEC and HOD are not present.