PUBLIC SERVICE PAY

Grey River Argus, 17 February 1945, Page 3

PUBLIC SERVICE PAY

CONSULTATIVE COMMITTEE TO BE SET UP. WELLINGTON, February 16. It was announced to-day by the President of the Public Service Association, Mr A. H. O’Keefe, that arising out of the Association’s recent interview with the Prime Minister, IMr Fraser had agreed to the setting up of a consultative committee to formulate new salary scales for the Public Service. “When we saw Mr Fraser we discussed with him the possible effect of the Railway Tribunal’s findings on the remuneration of the Public Service, and it was agreed that a’ joint committee of representatives of the Association and the Public Service Commissioner would prepare and submit for the early consideration of the Government new salary scales for the entire Public Service.” said Mr O’Keefe. The Prime Minister also agreed to the Public Service Commissioner acting as chairman of the Joint Committee, which will comprise the Commissioner and three of his staff on the official side, and lour representatives on the Association’s side. The Association’s representatives who were elected at a special meeting of the National Executive yesterday arc the two vice-presidents, Messrs J. K. Uunn and J. Lewin, the new General Secretary, Mr J. Turnbull, and the President (Mr O'Keefe). The Committee will commence work on Monday,, and during its first session will sit throughout the .week. Mr Fraser announced yesterday that following on the findings of the Railway Tribunal there would be a’ general adjustment of remuneration in all branches of the Public Service. and that it would date from June 30, 1944, but the consultative committee will still have much to do to arrive at a precise application of general increases to the* Public Service, particularly in the case of the complex and numerous general division scales.

“I am pleased to report my Executive’s satisfaction at the sympathetic manner in which the Prime Minister has received the representations of the Association,” concluded Mr O’Keefe.

POLICE DISSATISFACTION. ROYAL COMMISSION ASKED FOR. AUCKLAND, February. 16. Strong dissatisfaction with the pay, housing and other conditions in the Police Force was expressed at a special general meeting of the Auckland branch of the New Zealand Police Association last evening. The meeting lasted three hours, and passed a resolution urging that in view of the shortage of staff, excessive overtime, high rents and poor pay, a Royal Commission be set up immediately to investigate Police Force pay and conditions. At the. beginning of the meeting it was announced that the Prime Minister and the Police Commissioner were considering the question of nay, and discussions were taking place. It was also slated that no advice had been received as to whethoi’ Hie Police Force was affected by Mr Fraser’s announcement that tlpe pay of all public servants was to bo increased. E.F.C.A.’s ATTITUDE. TRIBUNAL'S DECISION SATISFACTORY. WELLINGTON, February 16. “The position in regard to the E.F.C.A.”, said Mr W. F. H. Stephenson to-day, “is that tills is the first, opportunity the Association has had of having its claims examined exhaustively since 1920. It is definitely the greatest increase we have had since then.” The Tribunal’s decision could be regarded as satisfactory bv mem hers.

A.S.R.S. ACCEPTS TRIBUNAL AWARD. WELLINGTON, Feb. IG. The' bi-ennial conference of the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants fully discussed the findings of the Tribunal in regard to their claims for increased wages. The conference has issued the following statement. “While, wo appreciate the fact that a flat rate increase has been granted to our members, as asked for in our claim, it would be incorrect to state that the conference is completely satisfied with the amount granted, or with the distinction made between our rates and those given other sections. We recognise, however, that the increase is substantial, as compared with previous increments, and that it will greatly assist our members in offsetting sleep rises that have occurred in the cost of living. We accept the decision of the Tribunal as a genuine endeavour to meet the economic position of our members.” RAILWAY AUCTION ROOMS. SPECIAL STOCKTAKING BARGAIN We are offering for the ridiculously low price of £39/10/-, a beautiful | and ultra-modern 4-pce. Bedroom I Suite, in richly polished Walnut Veneer. This. Suite is well constructed and made to give every satisfaction, and comprises an attractive and exclusive step-top spacious Duchesse with smart cut-away end and extra large reflex mirrors, lovely 5 dr. Tallboy; outsize double door Wardrobe; and 4ft 6in low-end Bed with rustless non-saw wire. This is sure to appeal, and remember, it is being sold at the amazingly low price of only £39/10/-. RAILWAY AUCTION ROOMS, LTD. 1 Manchester St., Christchurch. TALLBOYS TALLBOYS SPECIAL OFFER! 4-drawer, in solid Rimu, polished light or dark walnut? shade. Made in our ,P"’ n factory from selected rimu, firstclass workmanship, including dovetailed drawers, etc. We arc making a special feature of these Tallboys, and have specially reduced the price to £3/12/6. We also have 5 and b-draw-cr tallboys in equally low prices. Remember! You Save Pounds at RAILWAY' AUCTION ROOMS, LTD. 1 Manchester St., Christchurch.