Bergrivier Municipality Personal Security for Councillors Policy
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Collected on 5 August 2026
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two bodyguards per shift of a two-shift system
The Executive Mayor, Deputy Executive Mayor, Speaker and Whip may receive two bodyguards per shift under a two-shift system. Any deviation must be based on South African Police Service recommendations, and the council must determine whether a qualifying threat and risk exists.
- Who it is for
- Executive Mayor, Deputy Executive Mayor, Speaker and Whip
- How to act on it
- A written threat report is received; the municipal council determines whether the threat and risk exist. The Speaker may authorise security for the Executive Mayor, Speaker or Deputy Executive Mayor without a prior SAPS assessment.
The document's recorded date is 28 October 2025. Confirm on the official source.
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Executive Mayor, Deputy Executive Mayor, Speaker and Whip are entitled to two bodyguards per shift of a two-shift system.
Personal security
Councillors can receive personal security when a threat or attack relates to a Bergrivier Municipality matter and their official duties. The level and duration of protection depend on the SAPS risk assessment and the Speaker's decision, subject to funding and financial procedures.
- Who it is for
- Bergrivier Municipality councillors
- How to act on it
- The councillor informs the Speaker immediately in writing of the perceived threat. Other than the Executive Mayor, Speaker and Deputy Executive Mayor, the councillor must undergo a prior threat and risk assessment by the SAPS. Low risk results in no security; medium risk is decided by the Speaker after consultation; high risk leads to security on terms and for the period determined by the Speaker, subject to available funds and prescribed procedures.
The document's recorded date is 28 October 2025. Confirm on the official source.
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All councillors, subject to a threat and risk analysis conducted by the South African Police Service.
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Reference
BKN042/10/2025
Key Takeaways
- Bergrivier Municipality Personal Security Policy for Councillors
- Approved on 28 October 2025 by Mayco
- Reference BKN042/10/2025
- Executive Mayor, Deputy Executive Mayor, Speaker and Whip are entitled to two bodyguards per shift of a two-shift system
- Other councillor security is subject to a South African Police Service threat and risk assessment
- Policy applies to threats related to official councillor duties
- High-risk protection is subject to available funds and prescribed financial procedures
- Bergrivier Municipality
- Mayco
- South African Police Service
Dates
Closing Date
28 October 2025