NWA and JCSA to meet next Tuesday to discuss several concerns raised by workers

The National Works Agency and the Jamaica Civil Service Association are to meet next Tuesday May 26 to discuss a number of concerns raised by workers.

As a result , the JCSA is urging members to return to work today pending discussions with management and the finance ministry.

On Tuesday the association said the workers indicated their intention to withdraw services if urgent action is not taken to address longstanding concerns relating to staff restructuring and reclassification. 

The concerns, raised by approximately 78 employees, include salary anomalies, non-alignment of technical officers, non-payment of eligible allowances, issues relating to vacation leave entitlement, and the lack of meaningful engagement by management on the restructuring process.   

The workers also expressed concerns regarding job security arising from the proposed establishment of the One Road Authority and the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority, NaRRA.

In an update yesterday, the JCSA said the NWA management  reached out to the association and the meeting was scheduled.

The association has asked members to wear black next Tuesday, as a sign of solidarity, as the JCSA continues to advocate for urgent action and the resolution of the issues affecting workers. 

The JCSA  said it remains committed to constructive dialogue and to ensuring fairness, transparency, and equitable treatment for all workers. 

Meantime, Works Minister Robert Morgan has sought to assure that efforts are being made to resolve the issues.