The Committee supports the prioritisation of resources to improve the quality of education and the development of skills. The education system is an important factor in producing skills that are much needed by the economy. Many government departments have always under-spent over the years in personnel budget as a result of lack of skills, particularly in the engineering sector. The Department of Public Works indicated during the public hearings that, technical skills remain a challenge that impedes the execution of its projects. The national education system coupled with other skills development institutions play a crucial role in providing social cohesion and skilled human resources in the developmental state. The requirements of the economy always play a central part in determining the output of the education and training systems. In order for government to deliver appropriate skills to the workplace, strong controls over the institutions responsible for education and training and investment of resources to education are important.