JLP Leader and PM Holness says it is his intention to see public sector workers guaranteed wage increase without compromising the economy

By Georgetta Williams

Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Leader and Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says it is his intention that public sector workers are guaranteed a wage increase without compromising the economy.

His comment follows recent wage talks between the Jamaica Teacher’s Association (JTA) and the Finance Ministry, which ended without a resolution.

On Friday JTA representatives walked out of the meeting with the Finance Ministry saying the ministry did not make a new wage offer.

The JTA also gave the ministry until midnight yesterday to make a better wage offer.

Speaking at a party meeting in St. Thomas on Saturday, Dr. Holness said he respects all public sector workers and wants them to get the best pay possible.

He cautioned against taking action that will be devastating in the future.

Addressing union concerns, Prime Minister Holness said every government including his, must negotiate with respect and that the talks be undertaken in a timely manner.

He also acknowledged that anomalies remain arising from the recent compensation review, noting that they will be resolved through negotiations.

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PM Holness says the challenge facing governments is how to increase the wage bill of public sector workers without increasing borrowing

By Georgetta Williams

Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Leader and Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says it is his intention that public sector workers are guaranteed a wage increase without compromising the economy.

His comment follows recent wage talks between the Jamaica Teacher’s Association (JTA) and the Finance Ministry, which ended without a resolution.

On Friday JTA representatives walked out of the meeting with the Finance Ministry saying the ministry did not make a new wage offer.

The JTA also gave the ministry until midnight yesterday to make a better wage offer.

Speaking at a party meeting in St. Thomas on Saturday, Dr. Holness said he respects all public sector workers and wants them to get the best pay possible.

He cautioned against taking action that will be devastating in the future.

Addressing union concerns, Prime Minister Holness said every government including his, must negotiate with respect and that the talks be undertaken in a timely manner.

He also acknowledged that anomalies remain arising from the recent compensation review, noting that they will be resolved through negotiations.

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By Georgetta Williams

Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Leader and Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says it is his intention that public sector workers are guaranteed a wage increase without compromising the economy.

His comment follows recent wage talks between the Jamaica Teacher’s Association (JTA) and the Finance Ministry, which ended without a resolution.

On Friday JTA representatives walked out of the meeting with the Finance Ministry saying the ministry did not make a new wage offer.

The JTA also gave the ministry until midnight yesterday to make a better wage offer.

Speaking at a party meeting in St. Thomas on Saturday, Dr. Holness said he respects all public sector workers and wants them to get the best pay possible.

He cautioned against taking action that will be devastating in the future.

Addressing union concerns, Prime Minister Holness said every government including his, must negotiate with respect and that the talks be undertaken in a timely manner.

He also acknowledged that anomalies remain arising from the recent compensation review, noting that they will be resolved through negotiations.

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By Georgetta Williams

Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Leader and Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says it is his intention that public sector workers are guaranteed a wage increase without compromising the economy.

His comment follows recent wage talks between the Jamaica Teacher’s Association (JTA) and the Finance Ministry, which ended without a resolution.

On Friday JTA representatives walked out of the meeting with the Finance Ministry saying the ministry did not make a new wage offer.

The JTA also gave the ministry until midnight yesterday to make a better wage offer.

Speaking at a party meeting in St. Thomas on Saturday, Dr. Holness said he respects all public sector workers and wants them to get the best pay possible.

He cautioned against taking action that will be devastating in the future.

Addressing union concerns, Prime Minister Holness said every government including his, must negotiate with respect and that the talks be undertaken in a timely manner.

He also acknowledged that anomalies remain arising from the recent compensation review, noting that they will be resolved through negotiations.

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Residents of communities along northern coast of St. Ann from Drax Hall to Llandovery now have access to additional 2M gallons of water daily

By Georgetta Williams

Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Leader and Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says it is his intention that public sector workers are guaranteed a wage increase without compromising the economy.

His comment follows recent wage talks between the Jamaica Teacher’s Association (JTA) and the Finance Ministry, which ended without a resolution.

On Friday JTA representatives walked out of the meeting with the Finance Ministry saying the ministry did not make a new wage offer.

The JTA also gave the ministry until midnight yesterday to make a better wage offer.

Speaking at a party meeting in St. Thomas on Saturday, Dr. Holness said he respects all public sector workers and wants them to get the best pay possible.

He cautioned against taking action that will be devastating in the future.

Addressing union concerns, Prime Minister Holness said every government including his, must negotiate with respect and that the talks be undertaken in a timely manner.

He also acknowledged that anomalies remain arising from the recent compensation review, noting that they will be resolved through negotiations.

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Education Ministry revises school re-opening schedule due to the September 3 general election

By Georgetta Williams

Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Leader and Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says it is his intention that public sector workers are guaranteed a wage increase without compromising the economy.

His comment follows recent wage talks between the Jamaica Teacher’s Association (JTA) and the Finance Ministry, which ended without a resolution.

On Friday JTA representatives walked out of the meeting with the Finance Ministry saying the ministry did not make a new wage offer.

The JTA also gave the ministry until midnight yesterday to make a better wage offer.

Speaking at a party meeting in St. Thomas on Saturday, Dr. Holness said he respects all public sector workers and wants them to get the best pay possible.

He cautioned against taking action that will be devastating in the future.

Addressing union concerns, Prime Minister Holness said every government including his, must negotiate with respect and that the talks be undertaken in a timely manner.

He also acknowledged that anomalies remain arising from the recent compensation review, noting that they will be resolved through negotiations.

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New school term to begin September 1 but will break on September 3 to facilitate General Election

By Georgetta Williams

Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Leader and Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says it is his intention that public sector workers are guaranteed a wage increase without compromising the economy.

His comment follows recent wage talks between the Jamaica Teacher’s Association (JTA) and the Finance Ministry, which ended without a resolution.

On Friday JTA representatives walked out of the meeting with the Finance Ministry saying the ministry did not make a new wage offer.

The JTA also gave the ministry until midnight yesterday to make a better wage offer.

Speaking at a party meeting in St. Thomas on Saturday, Dr. Holness said he respects all public sector workers and wants them to get the best pay possible.

He cautioned against taking action that will be devastating in the future.

Addressing union concerns, Prime Minister Holness said every government including his, must negotiate with respect and that the talks be undertaken in a timely manner.

He also acknowledged that anomalies remain arising from the recent compensation review, noting that they will be resolved through negotiations.

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Kingston man charged in connection with the murder of 16-year-old girl last year

By Georgetta Williams

Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Leader and Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says it is his intention that public sector workers are guaranteed a wage increase without compromising the economy.

His comment follows recent wage talks between the Jamaica Teacher’s Association (JTA) and the Finance Ministry, which ended without a resolution.

On Friday JTA representatives walked out of the meeting with the Finance Ministry saying the ministry did not make a new wage offer.

The JTA also gave the ministry until midnight yesterday to make a better wage offer.

Speaking at a party meeting in St. Thomas on Saturday, Dr. Holness said he respects all public sector workers and wants them to get the best pay possible.

He cautioned against taking action that will be devastating in the future.

Addressing union concerns, Prime Minister Holness said every government including his, must negotiate with respect and that the talks be undertaken in a timely manner.

He also acknowledged that anomalies remain arising from the recent compensation review, noting that they will be resolved through negotiations.

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Bog Walk Gorge reopens after train derailment; JPS reports widening power outages in St. Catherine

By Georgetta Williams

Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Leader and Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says it is his intention that public sector workers are guaranteed a wage increase without compromising the economy.

His comment follows recent wage talks between the Jamaica Teacher’s Association (JTA) and the Finance Ministry, which ended without a resolution.

On Friday JTA representatives walked out of the meeting with the Finance Ministry saying the ministry did not make a new wage offer.

The JTA also gave the ministry until midnight yesterday to make a better wage offer.

Speaking at a party meeting in St. Thomas on Saturday, Dr. Holness said he respects all public sector workers and wants them to get the best pay possible.

He cautioned against taking action that will be devastating in the future.

Addressing union concerns, Prime Minister Holness said every government including his, must negotiate with respect and that the talks be undertaken in a timely manner.

He also acknowledged that anomalies remain arising from the recent compensation review, noting that they will be resolved through negotiations.

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PNP President Golding wants more persons with disabilities participating on public boards so their voices can be heard on issues that affect them

By Georgetta Williams

Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Leader and Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says it is his intention that public sector workers are guaranteed a wage increase without compromising the economy.

His comment follows recent wage talks between the Jamaica Teacher’s Association (JTA) and the Finance Ministry, which ended without a resolution.

On Friday JTA representatives walked out of the meeting with the Finance Ministry saying the ministry did not make a new wage offer.

The JTA also gave the ministry until midnight yesterday to make a better wage offer.

Speaking at a party meeting in St. Thomas on Saturday, Dr. Holness said he respects all public sector workers and wants them to get the best pay possible.

He cautioned against taking action that will be devastating in the future.

Addressing union concerns, Prime Minister Holness said every government including his, must negotiate with respect and that the talks be undertaken in a timely manner.

He also acknowledged that anomalies remain arising from the recent compensation review, noting that they will be resolved through negotiations.

Read More