A high court has ruled that Minister Gwede Mantashe's dismissal of anti-nuclear activist Peter Becker from the National Nuclear Regulator's board was unlawful. | News24_Business
The ruling also noted that there did not appear to be any"constructive engagement" between the board and Becker on how to conduct himself after he made statements for the online magazine.
"In my opinion, the chairperson of the board would have done much greater to invite Mr Becker in an informal or formal meeting … to counsel him on how to conduct himself publicly as a newly appointed member of the board," Judge Mantame said. The court also highlighted that Becker was not advised that it would"not bode well" for him to continue in both positions – namely spokesperson of the KAA and board member of the NNR – simultaneously. The judgment indicated that the way the board handled the matter following the publication of the article was"not commendable".
"In my view, Mr Becker's conduct should have been dealt with better and in a more constructive manner than the one that presents itself before Court. It would not have escalated to this level if the board had managed it pragmatically and in a more professional manner," Mantame said.The DMRE and NNR have not yet responded to News24's request for comment. The article will be updated should comment be received.
Becker said there would be communication between himself and the NNR."I am ready to resume my duties," he told News24.In times of uncertainty you need journalism you can trust. For 14 free days, you can have access to a world of in-depth analyses, investigative journalism, top opinions and a range of features. Journalism strengthens democracy. Invest in the future today. Thereafter you will be billed R75 per month.
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