There are no questions. I put the Vote No 13 - Women. Are there any questions? [Interjections.]
House Chair, hon Minister, it was revealed at the portfolio committee that the department is paying the salary of the Deputy Minister and her office, I would like to find out from you, what is the amount that the department is paying the Deputy Minister and her office? [Interjections.]
The MINISTER IN THE PRESIDENCY FOR WOMEN, YOUTH AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: House Chairperson, the appointment of the hon Deputy Minister is the prerogative of the head of state but which we are implementing at the moment. I thank you.
Are there any further questions on this Vote? No questions. I put the Vote No 14 - Basic Education.
Yes, hon House Chair, I have a question for the Minister, there appears to be a serious