OPPOSITION REJECTS THE GOVERNMENT’S PAY HIKE ARGUMENTS; THERE IS FISCAL SPACE TO PAY PUBLIC SERVANTS MORE

The APNU+AFC Opposition disputes the government’s claim that the 6.5% salary increase for public servants was a financially sustainable decision. They argue that the government has the financial means to provide a more substantial raise. Shemar Alleyen reports on the Opposition’s stance and the ongoing debate over public servant compensation.