THE Public Servants Association of South Africa (PSA) has commenced the process of balloting its members for strike action following its recent wage dispute with the government.
The negotiations between the unions and government deadlocked when they failed to reach an agreement.
A dispute was declared after government’s revised offer of a 1.5% increase was rejected.
Unions want 7% but the government says it cannot afford the workers’ demands.
PSA spokesperson Reuben Maleka said at the weekend that despite the matter being referred for conciliation, an agreement couldn’t be reached.
The Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) has issued a non-resolution certificate.
“During the conciliation meeting on 3 June 2021, the employer rather than attempting to resolve the differences between the parties, opted to argue that the matter was referred prematurely. The Commissioner eventually issued a certificate to indicate that the dispute remained unresolved,” said Maleka.
“The PSA commenced
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