Jamaican teachers urged to return to regular duties following protest
Key Points(5)
- The Jamaica Teachers' Association (JTA) on Thursday advised teachers who have been protesting the current salary package on offer from the Ministry of Finance and Public Service, to resume their regular duties on Friday, March 10.
- The appeal was made in a press release.
- In acknowledging the frustration of the teachers, JTA urged them to return to work and facilitate the team’s return to the negotiating table as instructed by the delegates.
- “Please give us the opportunity to discuss the outstanding issues articulated by delegates as outlined in the motion passed.
- Please be mindful that said negotiations are not usually entertained once our activities may be interpreted as industrial action,” it said.
The Jamaica Teachers' Association (JTA) on Thursday advised teachers who have been protesting the current salary package on offer from the Ministry of Finance and Public Service, to resume their regular duties on Friday, March 10.
The appeal was made in a press release.
In acknowledging the frustration of the teachers, JTA urged them to return to work and facilitate the team’s return to the negotiating table as instructed by the delegates.
“Please give us the opportunity to discuss the outstanding issues articulated by delegates as outlined in the motion passed. Please be mindful that said negotiations are not usually entertained once our activities may be interpreted as industrial action,” it said.
JTA said that it is committed to securing the best compensation package for all its members and will work tirelessly to that end.
“We urge all our colleagues to remain ready, resolved, and resilient as we continue to Unite and Serve,” the union added.
Several teachers across the island have been letting their grievances heard throughout the week, as various protests and sit-ins were held.
However, teachers who protested for improved compensation packages from the government could face deductions from their salaries and leave entitlements among other forms of disciplinary action.
These possible actions are based on a circular sent by the Ministry of Education to school administrators, in which the ministry said it is aware of the measures being taken by some teachers.
