Thomas Letang, the General Secretary of the Public Service Union (DPSU), expressed concerns regarding the contemporary challenges facing the union during his address at the 12th Biennial Delegates Conference. He emphasized ongoing issues within public service employment, highlighting the politicization of the system and its adverse effects on various aspects, such as recommendations for acting permanent employment.
He criticized the practice of replacing qualified public officers with less experienced individuals and raised concerns about prolonged acting appointments without official appointments. Letang reiterated the union's stance as independent from political affiliations, focusing on issue advocacy and opposition when necessary.
Additionally, he highlighted instances where individuals are unaware of their employment rights, stressing the importance of understanding and asserting these rights. President Steve Joseph echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the need for union members to educate themselves about their rights and actively advocate for them. He underscored the role of unions in protecting workers' rights and promoting balance in society.
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