Law and Order    

a Crime free enviroment is a logical prerequisite for production, investment and rural development. In this regard the focus on the following aspects is of importance:

• A farm-access protocol that was accepted by goverment structures and the security forces has already been implemented.
• An information document on the handling of farm invasions was compiled and distributed with the assistance of the security forces.
• The position of the commando structure and future dispensation is being clarified with the authorities to prevent a void from developing in respect of rural security.
• Restructuring of police stations in rural aresa.
• An independent investigation committee was appointed at the request of Agri SA to look at possible motives behind farm attacks.
• Incidents of intimidation during threatening farm invasions are monitored and dealt with by security forces.
• Input towards a revised police reservist policy.
• The general crime situation in the country as well as in rural areas is monitored.
• Legislation on the appointment of parole boards.
• The evaluation of security systems and recommendations in this regard.
• Regular liasion with the National Stocktheft Committee.
• Interaction with the Agri Securitas Trust with respect to possible safety projects in rural areas.