In 2011/12, the total budget for this programme was R16.6 million, of which 89.8 per cent was used for goods and services. In this financial year, 2012/2013, the budget for this sub-programme has decreased to R 9.3 million. Furthermore, an expenditure cut of R80 000 over the medium term has been implemented for subsistence and travel. These funds were from the department's baseline and returned to the National Revenue Fund.