Dear Corruption Watch, The public protector, like so many political figures, endures name-calling and occasionally vicious attacks. Is she able, like a judge, to charge her detractors with contempt? Concerned Dear Concerned, The legislature has given public protector statutory protection against such attacks. Contempt of the public protector is an offence. The Public Protector Act Read more >
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