1. The current practice of the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is that the most suitable and economical form of air travel or road transport must be used for official purposes.
2. The WCED's Policy for Air Travel, Road Transport and Accommodation for Official Purposes (See attached annexure) was approved by the MEC on 15 June 2010.
3. This policy now replaces Circular 0185 of 2003 and is effective immediately.
4. Enquiries regarding the policy may be directed to the following officials:

Mr JT Solomons tel. 021 467 2818
Ms R Daniels tel. 021 467 2792
5. Please bring the content of this circular to the attention of all staff


SIGNED: PA VINJEVOLD
HEAD: EDUCATION
DATE: 2010:09:22

Annexure: Policy for Air Travel, Road Transport and Accommodation for Official Purposes  (size: 47 KB)