UTech staff to stage protest starting Monday

Following reports of “extended delays to resolve the critical issues surrounding the compensation review”, staff at the University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech) have voted to withdraw their services beginning on Monday.

The decision was made at a meeting on Thursday, where the majority voted in favour of industrial action.

“The withdrawal of services is a direct action aimed at highlighting the urgency of our issues and the need for immediate dialogue and resolution,” the document seen by the STAR said.

It instructed union members to remain at home on Monday and to refrain from undertaking any work-related tasks or responsibilities including teaching, administrative duties, or participation in any university-related committees or events.

It said that the union’s leadership will continue to engage with the university's management to seek a resolution to concerns.

- Kimone Francis

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