Question NW1034 to the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies
04 May 2023 - NW1034
Kohler-Barnard, Ms D to ask the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies
(1)Whether his department has taken any action against those who were implicated in irregular expenditure from 1 January 2019 until 31 December 2022; if not, why not; if so, what total number of employees have been (a) found to have incurred irregular expenditure and (b)(i) dismissed and (ii) criminally charged; (2) what are the consequences for any individual who takes part in corrupt activities and/or misconduct within his department?
Reply:
1. Yes
a) Three (3) and the fourth one is underway.
b) (i) Nil (0)
c) (ii) Nil (0)
2. Individuals are subjected to a disciplinary hearing.
Thank You.