PPADB tackles tender fraud with tip-off service
Wednesday, June 28, 2017
PPADB is looking to cut out tender corruption
During the launch of the tip-off service yesterday, PPADB executive chairperson, Bridget John said the anonymous tip-off platform will be useful in allowing concerned parties to provide reasonable information to cause action whilst their identity is protected.
“From time-to-time people allege corruption in tenders without providing any information or leads to facilitate follow-ups,” she said.
Whilst the project received mixed reactions from members of the public, the project is indeed a welcome development, which needs to be implemented as soon as possible. Many shared their opinion, with those against the project decrying that if implemented, it will kill the already struggling public transport industry.Many countries around the world have state-run public transport, and those who have travelled to such countries will give testimony...