12 June 2007

IFP Deputy-Secretary General, Professor Christian T Msimang today called on government to do everything in its power to put an end to the strike. 
Speaking on behalf of the National Executive of the IFP Prof. Msimang said:

"The IFP urges the government to respond positively to public workers demands and end the protracted strike. We believe that salary increases should be based on merit where qualification, dedication and experience are taken into account. The IFP believes that public workers demands are justifiable in the face of the spiralling cost of living and poor working conditions."

He concluded:

"The IFP however deplores the participation of workers from essential services in this strike, especially nurses and teachers, since that violates the rights of patients and pupils respectfully and we condemn their conduct as being legally and morally unjustifiable."


Contact:
Prof CT Msimang - 082 452 2650