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The Citizen
14-08-2025
- The Citizen
State recovers R2.5m from G4S Mangaung Correctional Centre
According to information submitted by G4S to the Department of Correctional Services, disciplinary measures have been taken against employees. The Department of Correctional Services has recovered R2.5 million from private contractor Bloemfontein Correctional Contracts following corruption, security breaches, and delayed incident reporting at the Mangaung Correctional Centre. Minister of Correctional Services Dr Pieter Groenewald revealed that 51 G4S employees have faced disciplinary action since April 2023. Major financial recovery and staff dismissals Groenewald disclosed that 'the total amount recovered from the Contractor Bloemfontein Correctional Contracts (BCC) since inception of the Contract amounts to R2 547 216.43.' The recovery stems from financial penalties imposed due to corruption, security breaches, and failure to report incidents in a timely manner at the facility. The minister was responding to questions from EFF MP Betty Diale about disciplinary actions taken against G4S officials at the troubled correctional centre. He said G4S operates as a sub-contractor under Bloemfontein Correctional Contracts, overseeing daily operations at the facility. ALSO READ: EMPD and Saps officers to appear in court for corruption and theft Disciplinary actions against G4S staff According to information submitted by G4S to the Department of Correctional Services, significant disciplinary measures have been taken against employees. Between April 2023 and the present, 19 staff members were suspended, 12 were dismissed, and 20 resigned before investigations could be concluded. 'The Contractor (G4S) has internal disciplinary procedures/processes which they exercise over their employees who have been found to be implicated in corruption, security violations and the dereliction of duties,' Groenewald explained. ALSO READ: Seven Mangaung prison officials suspended after murder of inmate [VIDEO] Department's limited authority over private contractor The minister clarified that the Department of Correctional Services has limited control over regulating the disciplinary proceedings against G4S officials. 'The matter is handled by the Contractor through their internal disciplinary processes,' Groenewald stated. However, he stated that the department retains significant oversight powers. The DCS has the authority to suspend or withdraw certificates of operation for G4S employees under Section 109 of the Correctional Services Act 111 of 1998. The contract also allows the department to issue observation notices for non-compliance. The agreement stipulates that 'the Contractor will, if it is in the reasonable opinion of the DCS, refuse admission to or remove a Staff member if that member is guilty of misconduct or incapable of performing his duties efficiently.' ALSO READ: It costs taxpayers between R800 and R1 000 a month to feed an inmate Oversight mechanisms and supervision The Supervisory Committee plays a crucial role in managing the public-private partnership. Groenewald revealed that 'the Supervisory Committee convenes every two to three months to adjudicate over observation notices.' The committee's decisions carry significant weight in the contractual relationship. 'Once the Supervisory Committee has given notice of its ruling to the parties and no notice of dissatisfaction has been given by either party 14 Days after the day on which the parties received the Committee's ruling, then the Committee's ruling shall become final and binding upon the Parties,' the minister explained. Independent oversight structure The Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) serves as the primary independent oversight body for the facility. Groenewald described JICS as 'the primary body responsible for this oversight to ensure the fair and humane treatment of inmates across all correctional centres, including the two private facilities.' As an independent entity, JICS inspects correctional centres, monitors inmate treatment, and reports on conditions and potential corruption within the system to Parliament. This oversight extends to both public facilities and the two private correctional centres operating in South Africa. READ NEXT: Here's the amount of drugs that were confiscated in SA's prisons last year
Daily Record
13-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Edinburgh Oasis fan put 'in headlock and wrestled to ground' by security as probe launched
The man is then brought down to the concourse floor with both security personnel appearing to try to restrain him while on the ground. Shocking footage has emerged of a security guard allegedly putting an Oasis fan in a headlock before wrestling him to the ground at the band's final performance in Edinburgh. Filmed during the performance of 'Champagne Supernova' on August 12, a man appears to be placed in a headlock by a G4S security member as a colleague helps to him down a set of stairs at Murrayfield Stadium. The music fan is then brought down to the concourse floor with both security personnel appearing to try to restrain him on the ground. Another G4S staffer can be seen following the trio down the steps and watching over the scene. It is not yet known the reason behind the man being restrained. The company confirmed to Edinburgh Live that the incident is being probed. Police Scotland have also confirmed a number of arrests were made on Tuesday night. Three men in their 30s and 40s, were held over several offences. A 42-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with assault. Another 45-year-old man was arrested in connection with assault. A 39-year-old man was arrested for threatening and abusive behaviour. The final night of the Oasis reunion gig at Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium also saw three people arrested for assault and abusive behaviour. Police in the capital confirmed a 42-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with assault and will appear in court at a later date. A 45-year-old man was also arrested in connection with assault and issued a recorded police warning. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. A third man aged 39-years-old was arrested in connection with threatening and abusive behaviour and issued a recorded police warning. The August 12 performance was the last night in Scotland for the iconic Britpop band who will now head to Dublin as they continue on the highly anticipated tour. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'There were three arrests at an event at Murrayfield Stadium on Tuesday, 12 August, 2025. 'A 42-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with assault. He will appear in court at a later date. 'A 45-year-old man was arrested in connection with assault and issued a recorded police warning. 'A 39-year-old man was arrested in connection with threatening and abusive behaviour. He was issued a recorded police warning.'
Yahoo
13-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Edinburgh security staff put Oasis fan 'in headlock and wrestle him to ground'
Shocking footage circulating on social media shows the moment an Oasis concert goer is wrestled to the ground. Filmed during the performance of 'Champagne Supernova' on Tuesday, a man appears to be placed in a headlock by a G4S security member as a colleague helps to him down a set of stairs at Murrayfield Stadium. The music fan is then brought down to the concourse floor with both security personnel appearing to try to restrain him on the ground. READ MORE: Edinburgh braced for thunderstorms as Met Office issues warning amid heatwave READ MORE: Edinburgh tanning salon given final warning over noise complaints Another G4S staffer can be seen following the trio down the steps and watching over the scene. It is not yet known the reason behind the man being restrained. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. The Britpop band were signing off their final concert in Edinburgh on Tuesday August 12 at the time the incident took place. Hundreds of thousands of fans from the capital and further afield descended on the city for the string of three gigs. Bucket hats took over the capital with those unlucky not to snag a ticket sitting outside the stadium in Roseburn Park to get within earshot of the iconic Live '25 Edinburgh Live previously reported how three arrests were made during the final Oasis gig. Offences included two alleged assaults and abusive behaviour as tens of thousands descend on Murrayfield for the sold out gig. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Police Scotland confirmed three arrests were made on Tuesday night. Three men in their 30s and 40s, were held over several offences. A 42-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with assault. Another 45-year-old man was arrested in connection with assault. A 39-year-old man was arrested for threatening and abusive behaviour. G4S said the incident is being investigated.
Edinburgh Live
13-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh security staff put Oasis fan 'in headlock and wrestle him to ground'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Shocking footage circulating on social media shows the moment an Oasis concert goer is wrestled to the ground. Filmed during the performance of 'Champagne Supernova' on Tuesday, a man appears to be placed in a headlock by a G4S security member as a colleague helps to him down a set of stairs at Murrayfield Stadium. The music fan is then brought down to the concourse floor with both security personnel appearing to try to restrain him on the ground. Another G4S staffer can be seen following the trio down the steps and watching over the scene. It is not yet known the reason behind the man being restrained. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. The Britpop band were signing off their final concert in Edinburgh on Tuesday August 12 at the time the incident took place. Hundreds of thousands of fans from the capital and further afield descended on the city for the string of three gigs. Bucket hats took over the capital with those unlucky not to snag a ticket sitting outside the stadium in Roseburn Park to get within earshot of the iconic Live '25 Edinburgh Live previously reported how three arrests were made during the final Oasis gig. Offences included two alleged assaults and abusive behaviour as tens of thousands descend on Murrayfield for the sold out gig. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Police Scotland confirmed three arrests were made on Tuesday night. Three men in their 30s and 40s, were held over several offences. A 42-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with assault. Another 45-year-old man was arrested in connection with assault. A 39-year-old man was arrested for threatening and abusive behaviour. G4S said the incident is being investigated.
BBC News
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Scottish Secretary attacks 'snobby' Edinburgh council over Oasis comments
Scottish Secretary Ian Murray has described City of Edinburgh Council as "snobby" after remarks about Oasis fans ahead of the band's Murrayfield said comments made in a safety briefing which characterised fans of the group as "rowdy," "intoxicated" and "middle-aged men" who "take up more room" were "classist".Murray made the claims during a conversation with comedian Matt Forde during an event at the Edinburgh Festival Council has been contacted for comment. Murray likened the tone of the comments, which were made during a safety advisory group meeting in October of last year, to the alcohol ban at football matches, which he also labelled "snobby".Oasis will play three nights at Murrayfield on Friday evening, followed by Saturday and Tuesday. The gigs are the only three taking place in Scotland as part of the band's reunion will mark the first time they have played in the city since 2009. The safety meeting involved the council, promoters DF Concerts, security firm G4S, Police Scotland, the Scottish Ambulance Service and transport providers including Lothian Buses, Edinburgh Trams and ScotRail.A number of concerns were raised - including about fans of Oasis "on weekends as they are already rowdy", as well as "the tone of the band".It also noted the crowd, put at about 70,000, may feature a number of "middle-aged men," stating they "take up more room" and suggested promoters to consider this when "working out occupancy".DF Concerts suggested the audience would be "energetic and high-spirited" with a "medium to high intoxication". 'Classist and snobby' Murray, Labour MP for Edinburgh South, told Forde the description "sounded like a full council meeting".He pointed out that football fans are prohibited from drinking in stadiums during matches but the same rules do not apply to rugby was previously chairman of the Foundation of Hearts group, which bid to save Heart of Midlothian Football Club from administration in told Forde: "I think it's snobby."I mean, Murrayfield is a great example. You can go and see Scotland versus the All Blacks on a Saturday at three o'clock and get as ratted as you want sitting watching the rugby, and people do, they spend most of their time at the bar."And I remember my team, Hearts, played Celtic there the following day on the Sunday, when Hampden was out of use for the Commonwealth Games, and there was a complete ban on drinking in the stands for the football fans. That's just classist and snobbery."Asked if he wanted to bring back drinking at football stadiums, the Scottish Secretary joked it was either that "or not have rugby drinking". Details of the council meeting were made available by freedom of information request and were initially reported by the Scottish local authority is run by a minority Labour administration, propped up by the Scottish Conservatives and the Scottish Liberal raised the ire of Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher, who said the council's "attitude stinks" in a post on a second post, he added: "I'd love to see a picture of all the people on the Edinburgh council bet there's some real stunning individuals."
