Industrial relations officers demand scarce skills allowance
Wednesday, September 03, 2014
The officers, who work in the Department of Labour and Social Security, want a directive for union members to be assessed and considered for progression, be placed in the appropriate grade, and be remunerated accordingly.
They also want the court to order that each of the affected union members be paid the cash difference between what they were actually paid and what they would have been paid had they been properly remunerated all along.
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...