In a proactive transfer addressing the financial pressures of inflation, the Dominica Public Service Union (DPSU) has launched a proposal advocating for a cumulative 15 per cent wage hike for its members spanning three years.
Thomas Letang, the Basic Secretary of DPSU, outlined a phased increment plan throughout a latest union assembly. The proposal particulars a 4 per cent improve for the monetary yr 2021-22, adopted by 5 per cent in 2022-23, and culminating with a 6 per cent rise in 2023-24.
Clarifying misconceptions: Re-classification vs. wage improve
Letang emphasised the excellence between job re-classification workouts and precise wage will increase.
He critiqued the federal government’s re-classification efforts as insufficient, arguing they typically go away many public officers at a drawback with out addressing the basic difficulty of wage enhancement.
The DPSU chief’s message to the union members was clear: the pursuit of an affordable and truthful wage improve is crucial, and solidarity is essential to show this aspiration into actuality.
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Solidarity throughout the board: Assist for state-owned entities’ staff
The decision for unity prolonged past DPSU’s rapid membership, spotlighting staff at two state-owned entities, particularly the Dominica Air and Seaport Authority (DASPA) and Uncover Dominica.
These staff, a few of whom haven’t seen a wage improve in over a decade, have been highlighted as examples of the broader battle for truthful compensation within the face of inflation and former sacrifices through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Regional assist: A name from St. Lucia
Echoing the feelings of unity and collective motion, Cyprian Montrope, the President of the Civil Service Affiliation in St. Lucia, additionally addressed the DPSU assembly.
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Montrope urged DPSU members to actively assist the union’s management in its negotiation efforts for higher salaries and work circumstances.
He advocated for elevated member engagement, stressing the significance of widespread, grassroots assist to attain the specified outcomes.
