Madam Deputy Speaker, the South African Police Service Act, Act 68 of 1995, was promulgated on 27 January 1995. Given the anniversary of the SA Police Service, SAPS, we should consider the essential role it plays to provide safety and security for all people in South Africa. In honour of the sacrifices members make in providing this service, Cabinet declared 27 January, annually, the day to celebrate National Police Day for South Africa.
The National Commissioner of Police, in consultation with his national and provincial management, took a decision to celebrate National Police Day for 2010 on 29 January 2010. We hosted this day, among other considerations, to thank members of the SA Police Service for their dedication and hard work. We understand the kind of environment in which they work, especially those members who served the country during the 2009 festive season.
The event was hosted in Bloemfontein at the Vodacom Park Stadium. Its theme was: South African Police Service Members: My Family. Approximately 42 000 members of the provinces and divisions attended this event on 29 January 2010. Thank you.