The Jamaica Police Federation has reportedly achieved a breakthrough in securing retroactive payments for overtime hours under the new compensation structure.
The retroactive payments come after a period of contention regarding added hours and their place in the compensation structure.
Meantime, the Federation is now in the process of laying the groundwork for upcoming wage negotiations.
General Secretary, Sergeant Lloyd Duncan gave the update recently.
He also provided an update on the Federation’s progress and next steps while emphasizing its ongoing advocacy for fair treatment and transparency.
Duncan confirmed that members can expect retroactive payments for added hours to be included in their December salaries.
The assurance follows discussions last Friday with new Minister of Finance, Fayval Williams.
The Minister reportedly promised the Federation that the members will be paid added hours retroactive this month.
Sergeant Duncan added that the payments will be non-taxed, which was a key demand of the Federation.
As it relates to the next round of wage negotiations, which will commence in April 2025, Sergeant Duncan emphasized the importance of member participation in shaping the Federation’s proposals and announced plans for consultations across the island.
This consultative approach is aimed at ensuring that the Federation represents the collective interests of its members effectively during talks with the Government.
Sergeant Duncan reiterated the Federation’s commitment to advocating for fair treatment and encouraged members to remain engaged and to bring their concerns to the executive team.
He said with retroactive payments secured and preparations underway for the next wage cycle, the Federation is charting a path towards financial stability and equitable treatment for Jamaica’s law enforcement professionals.
