Public Service Union accuses GRA Chairman of excessive external interference

"The actions taken by the Chairman, particularly those recently executed may be deemed excessive and above that authorized by Act No. 13 of the Revenue Authority Act 1996 Revised Edition 2004. Further, there seems to be the continued culture of the past to effect promotions which deposed experience and qualified staff, and to terminate and dismiss staff at will and without due process," the statement added.

Public Service Union accuses GRA Chairman of excessive external interference

The Guyana Public Service Union (GPSU) is defending workers of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) who it believes are being made to work in a hostile and insecure environment that is resulting in low morale and motivation.

The Union is blaming the “external interference” of Mr. Rawle Lucas, Chairman of the Governing Board of the Revenue Authority.

In a statement on Friday, the GPSU noted its support for its members of the Revenue Authority who it said are being confronted with unwarranted challenges.

“The actions taken by the Chairman, particularly those recently executed may be deemed excessive and above that authorized by Act No. 13 of the Revenue Authority Act 1996 Revised Edition 2004. Further, there seems to be the continued culture of the past to effect promotions which deposed experience and qualified staff, and to terminate and dismiss staff at will and without due process,” the statement added.

The Union is also offended with the unfair categorization of the staff as being untrustworthy and apparently undermining authority and revenue targets, which by virtue of their employment are their fundamental roles.

The Union said it felt compelled to bring these concerns to the attention of President David Granger, the Minister of Finance, Winston Jordan and the Attorney General, Basil Williams.

“Staff are assured that the Union would stand resolutely with them throughout all challenges and excessive action being meted out arbitrarily and without merit. We however, urged all staff to maintain their professionalism and to continue to deliver quality service to the public which enhances the image of the Revenue Authority in the national interest,” the statement concluded.

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