Question NW754 to the Minister of Police
24 June 2020 - NW754
Groenewald, Dr PJ to ask the Minister of Police
Whether the SA Police Service has taken any steps in response to complaints regarding persons who are destroying the protected milkwood bushes in the area of Hermanus in order to stop the destruction of the bushes; if not, why not if so, what steps; whether he will make a statement on the matter NW958E
Reply:
Yes, members of the Hermanus Police Station are continuously policing the area. Regular joint operations, including other law enforcement agencies are also conducted in the area. The South African Police Service (SAPS) recruits informers to identify and trace the perpetrators.
The Minister will decide whether he will make a statement, in this regard.