The Public Services Workers’ Union (PSWU) has expressed dissatisfaction with the recently announced eight per cent salary increment for public sector workers, arguing that the adjustment does not reflect current economic realities and the rising cost of living.
According to the union, many public sector employees continue to struggle to meet basic needs despite their contributions to national development, insisting that workers are not receiving realistic salaries.
Speaking on the matter, PSWU officials maintained that the salary increase falls short of addressing the financial challenges facing workers, including the increasing cost of food, transportation, housing and other essential services.
The union contended that the wage adjustment is unlikely to significantly improve the living conditions of workers, many of whom have seen their purchasing power eroded over time.
PSWU further called for broader engagement between organised labour and government on salary negotiations, stressing the need for compensation packages that adequately reflect prevailing economic conditions.
The union’s concerns add to ongoing discussions within the labour movement about wages and worker welfare, with several labour groups advocating improved remuneration and better working conditions across the public sector.
Government recently approved an eight per cent salary increase for public sector workers as part of efforts to improve incomes and sustain industrial harmony. However, the PSWU believes more needs to be done to ensure workers receive what it describes as fair and realistic pay.
The union has urged authorities to continue dialogue with labour unions to find sustainable solutions that enhance the welfare of workers while supporting national economic growth.