Postal services will come to a standstill for 48 hours beginning Sunday

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Colombo, Dec. 7, (Daily Mirror) The United Postal Trade Unions Front (UPTUF) has decided to launch a 48-hour token strike from Sunday over several demands, including a salary increase of Rs. 20,000 to all postal workers starting from the January payroll.

UPTUF convener Chinthaka Bandara told the Daily Mirror that the token strike will be launched at 4 p.m. on Sunday (10) and continue until midnight on Tuesday (12).

The UPTUF demands to immediately stop the decision by the government to sell the buildings where the Kandy and Nuwara Eliya post offices are located, to provide immediate solutions to the administration issues in the Postal Department and demands a salary increase of Rs. 20,000, apart from the Rs. 10,000 to all postal workers from January.

Accordingly, 653 post offices, 3 410 sub-post offices, and nearly 27,000 control offices will come to a standstill for 48 hours, Bandara said.

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Priyanee Wijesekera Thursday, 07 December 2023 05:15 PM

When they are given a 20,000/ increase they will demand 40,000/ Better if they stay on strike permanently

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Sokrates Thursday, 07 December 2023 05:33 PM

First, fire at least half of the employees, namely the unqualified ones, who were dumped there by politicians after elections. The other half can then receive a moderate salary increase.

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Ravana Friday, 08 December 2023 04:00 AM

Very well said. This plan is excellent and must be implemented as quickly as possible.

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Adwani Thursday, 07 December 2023 05:39 PM

The postal service in Sri Lanka is of no use, the letter which was Registered Post was returned back for no valid reasons. Finally I managed to deliver personally. What demands they have to ask the public must demand from them the efficiencies.

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[email protected] Thursday, 07 December 2023 05:56 PM

lol privatise this menese

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A Ragalaya Thursday, 07 December 2023 05:59 PM

Postal Service is a massive loss making entity likewise the Railway Service is also running at a massive loss. A similarity in both places is the very strong Trade Unions that is prevalent. No point only blaming the 225 1, We must show our disgust about all negative forces.

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DD Thursday, 07 December 2023 06:00 PM

Sad, it seems our Christmas cards might not arrive until after New Year's, and our New Year cards might come even later.

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DD Thursday, 07 December 2023 06:00 PM

Sad, it seems our Christmas cards might not arrive until after New Year's, and our New Year cards might come even later.

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DD Thursday, 07 December 2023 06:00 PM

Sad, it seems our Christmas cards might not arrive until after New Year's, and our New Year cards might come even later.

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DD Thursday, 07 December 2023 06:00 PM

Sad, it seems our Christmas cards might not arrive until after New Year's, and our New Year cards might come even later.

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DD Thursday, 07 December 2023 06:00 PM

Sad, it seems our Christmas cards might not arrive until after New Year's, and our New Year cards might come even later.

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Post-independence drama Thursday, 07 December 2023 06:34 PM

Instead of making them hotels for the rich, the government must come up with a different solution to preserve historic buildings which can be accessible to all. At least maintain these buildings so they do not fall further into disrepair..

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Nimal Thursday, 07 December 2023 06:47 PM

Way to go! Keep the pressure on this dastardly regime and chase them away.

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Ronald Thursday, 07 December 2023 07:00 PM

Privatise the postal service as has been done in many countries to improve efficiency, effectiveness and innovation.

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FAHIM Mufakkir (Fahim reasons) Friday, 08 December 2023 08:46 AM

@Ronald , I'm really happy to see your comment. I hope more citizens will follow your wisdom. Let's start an online citizens' call for ending state loss-making institutions (all public services and SOEs). We can convert a part of them to employee ownership and sell the remaining to local and foreign investors. This way, they can help pay off the debts and restructure the entire operations.

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Fahim Mufakkir (Fahimreasons) Thursday, 07 December 2023 08:08 PM

"I propose transferring post office ownership to employees and partially privatizing it as a key initiative for fostering economic progress in Sri Lanka. This model can extend to various government institutions, including SOEs, involving employees as shareholders and promoting union chiefs to the roles of CEOs or joint managing directors. Additionally, advocating for the creation of island-wide farmer cooperatives to independently manage operations, procure inputs, and receive financial backing from the government could play a crucial role in promoting sustainable agriculture. This holistic approach underscores dedication to national development and economic resilience. #SriLanka #EconomicProgress #CommunityEmpowerment"

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FAHIM Mufakkir (Fahim reasons) Thursday, 07 December 2023 08:49 PM

Embarking on a journey towards prosperity requires a collective awakening to the challenges facing Sri Lanka. The candid observation that the state's involvement in various sectors, from the Postal service to broader governance, places a heavy burden on taxpayers is a stark reality. The lack of accountability among employees only adds to the complexity, perpetuating a cycle that keeps our nation tethered to the label of a third-world country burdened with debts. In this pursuit of progress, there's a shared responsibility among citizens to advocate for change. Imagine a Sri Lanka where political leaders rise above traditional norms and present true propositions for economic recovery. Picture a future where the common man is no longer confined to a hand-to-mouth livelihood, but instead enjoys the fruits of a thriving economy. Now is the time to challenge the status quo and demand innovative solutions from our political parties.

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DOT Thursday, 07 December 2023 08:52 PM

Vertically its already standstill!

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Dee Friday, 08 December 2023 10:09 AM

SL post is a lost cause

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Mr.Honda Hitha Friday, 08 December 2023 11:19 AM

Dont worry Mr.Postal Service.no need for your acting.Govt. will ultimately give you not 20000 but even 30000.Desperate to look after your well being at any cost!!!??

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