By Simon Nare
The DA has filed papers in the Western Cape High Court seeking to have the appointment of Parliament Secretary Xolile George declared unlawful and set aside, alleging Parliament was misled into approving a 70% increase in his salary.
DA parliamentary leader Michalakis told reporters in Cape Town on Friday that George’s remuneration was unlawful and irregular, rendering his appointment invalid.
He alleged that former National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula and former National Council of Provinces Chairperson Amos Masondo misled lawmakers when they approved George’s appointment.
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“Mr George is known for having received a salary increase of 70% – from R2.6 million to R4.4 million within months of starting his work at Parliament,” Michalakis said.
He said the salary for the position had been capped at R2.6 million following a review of Parliament’s wage bill
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