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Ministerial review commission on intelligence: report hand-over
21 August 2008
The Minister for Intelligence Services Ronnie Kasrils (MP) wishes to announce that the Ministerial Review Commission on Intelligence, chaired by Mr Joe Matthews, has completed its work and that a report was formally handed-over to him on Thursday, 7 August 2008.
The Minister is expected to provide initial feedback on whether the terms of reference were adequately dealt with; and, comment on aspects that might be deemed confidential in terms of the legislation.
The Minister is studying the report which he described as "of an extremely high standard and invaluable to strengthening legislation, policies and control in order to ensure full compliance with the Constitution and minimize the potential for illegal conduct and abuse of power." A copy of the report has been handed to President Thabo Mbeki. A further announcement will be made in due course.
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Issued by: Ministry for Intelligence Services
21 August 2008
Source: SAPA