Minister Michael Masutha to table the Budget Vote for the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Adv. Michael Masutha, will table an annual budget policy statement before the National Assembly under the theme “Towards a transformed and accessible justice system for all” on 18 May 2017.
The aim of the speech is to outline the targets and priorities set for the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) for the 2017/18 financial year, within the allocated budget of the department.
Members of the media are invited to a media briefing prior to the delivery of the speech. This will present an opportunity for the department to reflect on the progress made in the past financial and to map a way forward on future commitments.
The media briefing will be held as follows:
Date: 18 May 2017
Venue: Imbizo Media Centre, 120 Plein Street Parliament
Time: 11h00
NB: Please note that there will be a video-link up at GCIS, Tshedimosetso House; 1035 Frances Baard Street corner Festival Street, Hatfield, Pretoria.
For media confirmations contact: Mr Kgomotso Makinta on 073 281 9661 / Kmakinta@justice.gov.za or Mr Victor Phala on 082 465 2469/ VPhala@justice.gov.za
Enquiries:
Mthunzi Mhaga
Cell: 083 641 8141
E-mail: Mediaenquiries@justice.gov.za
