In a move that could see it clashing with labour unions, the government is considering implementing drastic spending cuts across the public service, including extending a pay freeze to all public servants.
Tabling the revised national ministerial handbook, which regulates the benefits and perks of public office bearers, public service & administration minister Senzo Mchunu said the government acknowledges that it must lead by example and demonstrate its commitment to addressing the problem of SA’s finances...
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