Minister Donald Grant has today welcomed cabinet's decision to approve the Western Cape Education Department's (WCED's) request to publish the draft Western Cape Provincial School Education Amendment Bill for public comment.
In September 2009 Cabinet granted, in-principle, approval for the drafting of this amendment bill in order to achieve the following objectives:
"The Western Cape is leading the way for the rest of the country in implementing innovative and practical steps to improve education outcomes. This bill is a critical element of this process," said Grant.
"It is ultimately aimed at ensuring that the rights of learners are made of paramount importance and creating greater levels of accountability in the system for educators and officials."
Grant said that he was confident that the public consultation process will see a rigorous debate on aspects of this bill and looked forward to engaging in a debate with all affected parties on the important issues contained in the amendment bill.
"Once finalised, this process will lead to an exciting new chapter in the provision of education in this province."
Bronagh Casey
Spokesperson
Minister of Education, Donald Grant
Western Cape
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