Question NW532 to the Minister of Police
24 June 2020 - NW532
Phillips, Ms C to ask the Minister of Police
Whether there .are any plans. in place to open a police station or satellite police station in Derby and/or Redirile in the North West where there is currently no police station; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details
Reply:
Yes, there are plans to construct a satellite police station in the Derby/Redirile area, as confirmed by the assessment, which was conducted. The satellite police station is prioritised for execution, in 2021/2022.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is considering the placement of or erection of temporary prefabricated or modular structures, in 2021/2022. The communities of Derby /Redirile are currently policed by the Koster Police Station, which is 20 kilometers from the area.