More than six months have passed since the Guyana Public Service Union (GPSU) issued a strike threat over stalled wage negotiations with the government, yet no progress has been reported.
Calls made by Stabroek News to the GPSU for updates have gone unanswered. First Vice President Dawn Gardener last communicated in August, requesting additional time to consult with colleagues. GPSU President Patrick Yarde has also been unavailable for comment.
On April 4, the GPSU announced plans to initiate strike action to advocate for better pay for public sector employees. However, Labour Minister Joseph Hamilton countered that the union’s intentions conflicted with a pending court case. In response, the GPSU rejected the government’s assertion that workers should wait two years for wage improvements.
