Last Updated on December 15, 2023, 6:01 AM AST by Anthony Morris
The St Kitts and Nevis Government has announced a significant increase in salaries for civil servants and pensioners, recognizing their dedication and hard work in nation-building.
Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis, Dr Terrance Drew, who is also the minister of finance, announced an 8% general salary increase for civil servants and pensioners starting January 1, 2024, in his 2024 Budget Address.
Minister of Finance Dr Drew accentuated that he was pleased to inform civil servants that many Public Service workers are diligently working to ensure the government provides quality services to the public.
PM Dr Drew noted, “Their dedication is commendable, and their commitment to their duties has not gone unnoticed,”
The Minister of Finance has also announced a special Christmas bonus for:
- civil servants
- government auxiliary employees
- pensioners
- STEP workers
The bonus aims to alleviate inflationary pressures and prevent reduced income from new pension arrangements.
In a motion of goodwill and appreciation, all the above people will recieve a 50 per cent salary bonus.
Dr. Drew added, “We are cognizant of the fact that they are also affected by the inflationary pressures, which can result in hardship and a deterioration of their living standards,”
Dr. Terrance Drew highlighted the government’s commitment to the well-being of its employees. He emphasized that he hoped that the salary increase would positively impact all the recipient’s attitudes, commitment to professionalism, and productivity.”
Further, Finance Minister Dr Terrance Drew noted that the salary increase and bonus moves emphasize the government’s unwavering commitment to uplifting and supporting the dedicated workforce.
The move also stands as a testament to the government’s efforts to enhance the quality of life for those who have relentlessly served our nation.
Minister of Finance of St Kitts and Nevis, Dr Terrance Drew, highlighted that the government of St. Kitts and Nevis is immutable in the pursuit of building a stainable island state powered by a robust and inspired civil service.
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