Public service workers strike 24-06-07

 

Public service workers strike

In his statement at the YCL rally at Bushbuckridge on 23 June 2007, the General Secretary of COSATU did not, as incorrectly reported by the SABC, at any stage say the public service strike will be called off today, 24 June. He indicated correctly that the majority of the unions have, in discussions with the leadership of the federation, indicated that they are willing to accept the current government offer, subject to ongoing consultation with members. Subsequently the public service workers reported to a meeting on 24 June that the results of their consultation with members are that the unions would not sign the agreement and therefore the strike continues.

All the public service trade unions have confirmed that no unions will be signing any agreement with the government until they have completed the process of consulting their membership. The consultations will continue over the next three days. The unions will reconvene on Wednesday 27 June at 19h00. It has been agreed that the unions will not be meeting the Minister of Public Service and Administration unless there is an intention to bring an improved offer to the table.

Patrick Craven (National Spokesperson)