Investigation into construction site collapse in George

“An inquest docket was opened at the time of the incident by the George police. The investigation is at an advanced stage. The case docket will be referred to the National Prosecuting Authority for a decision upon the conclusion of the police probe. The police are not at liberty to divulge any other information at this stage,” Spies said.

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Over the next three years, the minister said new regulations, legislative amendments, mandatory standards and emergency protocols will be implemented, among others.