Government aims to complete retroactive payments to public servants by the end of March. So far, it has paid more than $28 million under a multi-year programme.

Director General for Communications Maurice Merchant said Cabinet received an update from the Treasury. He explained how payments have progressed.

“As of January, the Treasury paid $28.6 million,” Merchant said. He noted that many public servants have already received funds.

The payments cover the years 2018 to 2023. They include established and non-established workers. They also include weekly workers, pensioners, and separated workers.

However, some problems remain. Missing records and late submissions have slowed payments. As a result, some workers still wait for their money.

“Some individuals say they have not received their retroactive pay,” Merchant said.

Therefore, the Treasury created a help desk. This team will answer questions and fix payment issues.

“A specific department will handle concerns about payments,” Merchant said. He urged workers to update their records.

Meanwhile, Government set the end of March as its target. Still, officials may adjust the timeline if needed.

“Deadlines are not fixed, but we need closure,” Merchant said.

Furthermore, officials say the programme shows a strong commitment to fairness. They also want to improve systems and avoid future delays.

In addition, the government continues to track progress closely. This helps ensure steady payments.

Ultimately, the plan aims to clear all outstanding payments. At the same time, it seeks to rebuild trust among public servants.

In summary, Government is pushing to meet its March goal. Officials continue working to finish payments and resolve delays.