At the hearing of the matter the representative for the SABC, who was the General Manager 
Audience Liaison, acknowledged the contravention and repeated that the maximum fine was appropriate. Tribunal imposing R27 500 (R2500 less than the maximum) fine.
Application thereafter made by the SABC for a re-opening of argument on the fine. Chairperson allowing such re-opening. Fine brought down to R17 500 Concessions in first hearing, however, remaining on the papers.
[2003] JOL 10481 (T)