The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) today said that it is deliberating to fast-track a thorough investigation following a disturbing social media post at the weekend alleging racial bias on the part of certain Commissioners as it relates to filling of vacancies for Heads of Department.
A release from the ERC said that the post made reference to discussions at the ERC monthly statutory meeting on Monday January 11, 2021 at which certain Commissioners had collectively recommended public advertising for current, vacant senior job postings within the Commission.
“The leaking of information from private meetings of the ERC is unethical and intolerable. The lives of Commissioners must not be put at risk due to reckless and irresponsible behaviour by Commissioner(s) and/or staff.
“As a consequence, a thorough investigation will be launched with a view of identifying the source of the leak and have corrective action taken”, the release said.
