BOFEPUSU Presentation At ILO

Monday, June 19, 2017

The Public Service Act was just gazetted, which will replace the Public Service Act of 2008. In our view, this new Act is not fully in line with ILO principles on freedom of association.

For instance:

Section 2(1) defines “Appointing Authority” as any person who has the power, whether delegated or otherwise, to appoint any person to office in the public service and to exercise disciplinary control over that employee. The word ‘otherwise’ is ambiguous and may be interpreted to open up a delegation scope without limit.

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BOFEPUSU Presentation At ILO

The Public Service Act was just gazetted, which will replace the Public Service Act of 2008. In our view, this new Act is not fully in line with ILO principles on freedom of association.

Court temporarily halts Mzwinila assets seizure

Access Bank Invests in student wellness at Bokamoso JSS

Clubs to share matchday costs with BFL

Ramogapi & Co should clear the Bonno confusion

Parly demonstrates steady progress in SONA sessions

Preparations for Soul Fill Up with Franco in full swing

BOMU, Film Association endorse incoming Arts Council CEO

Teenage girl ends life using school belt

Ramogapi & Co should clear the Bonno confusion