1. (a) Total Number of Precautionary Transfers (2021-2025)
The total number of precautionary transfers between 2021 and 2025 is 38
(b) (i) Breakdown by Departments and Number of Transfers in each case in brackets were as follows:
(ii) 15, 6, 9, 1, 1, 4, 1 and 1
(iii) Number of Transfers (By Year):
2. Transfers Across Departments: Employees are not transferred to other departments; rather, transfers occur within the same department.
3. Definition of Precautionary Transfers: A precautionary transfer is a temporary measure taken by departments when serious allegations are made against an employee. This action is intended to allow for the investigation and the protection of potential evidence and witnesses. Should the investigation result in sufficient grounds for charges, a formal hearing will be conducted.
4. Disciplinary Responsibility: As mentioned in point (2), employees are transferred within the same department. The Heads of Departments retain full responsibility for maintaining discipline within their departments. Additionally, they are required to report the progress of investigations and any actions taken to the DPSA on a quarterly basis.
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