Public Service Union of Belize

PUBLIC SERVICE UNION OF BELIZE

The Public Service Union of Belize is the second oldest public service union in the Caribbean. One of a trade union's main aim is to protect and advance the interests of its members in the workplace.

OUR VISION

The PSU is the leading public service union in Belize and the region, through which the rights of its members are safeguarded and quality services are provided in an effective and timely manner.

OUR MISSION

PSU committed to upgrading the social and economic conditions of members, the preservation of their rights and the provision of efficient and effective service to the public service.

CORE VALUES

The following values were listed as critical to the manner in which the union is to conduct its business: Respect, Honesty, Truthfulness, Fairness, Openness, Trustworthiness, Commitment and Patience.

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Using departmental liaison officers, grievance committees and its Industrial Relations Officer to facilitate the proper handling of grievances. Union members are reminded that they should notify the union in writing.

PARTICIPATION

Nominating representatives to the Public Service Commission. The Union participates to ensure the protection of worker’s rights and bargain for better terms and conditions of service for public officers.

LEGISLATION

Establishing ILO conventions representing the internationally accepted labour standards, the Trade Unions and Employers’ Organizations Act 2011 guarantees trade unions the right to collective bargaining with employers.

INFORMATION

Informing members of issues which can adversely affect them (Health and safety, social security etc). Based on feedback from the membership, the Union takes various steps to ensure that the membership views are heard.

MEMBERSHIP DUES

Subscription shall be such as is determined from time to time by approval of a general meeting. Current approved subscription rates:

Pensioners

Those who have retired from Government and still wish to be Union Members.

$3.33 Branch Rebate
$6.67 Main Account
$0.00 Death Fund
$0.00 Strike Fund
$0.00 Education Fund
$0.00 Admin Support
$0.00 Housing Fund

PER MONTH $10

Payscale 1 - 8

Also includes Statutory Body Workers below $12,000.00 PA & Open Vote Workers

$3.33 Branch Rebate
$6.67 Main Account
$1.00 Death Fund
$1.00 Strike Fund
$2.00 Education Fund
$0.00 Admin Support
$1.00 Housing Fund

PER MONTH $15

Payscale 9 and above

Also includes Statutory Body Workers above $12,000.00 PA & Contract Workers

$3.33 Branch Rebate
$6.67 Main Account
$2.00 Death Fund
$2.00 Strike Fund
$2.00 Education Fund
$2.00 Admin Support
$2.00 Housing Fund

PER MONTH $20

BENEFITS INCLUDE

One of the union’s objectives is to promote and protect the interest and welfare of its members. In satisfying this objective, the union is always looking for ways to increase members benefits.

DEATH FUND:

The funds for the Death Fund will be contributed by paying members of the union who are paying twenty (20) dollars and fifteen (15) dollars. The total death benefit of a member paying $15.00 is $525.00. The total death benefit of a member paying $20.00 is $600.00.

GRIEVANCE REPRESENTATION:

Grievance handling as an activity synonymous with trade union problem - solving. It is seen as one of the most dominant trade union functions, with the other being collective bargaining. Grievance handling is governed by a “grievance handling procedure”. Such a procedure is usually set out in the collective agreement.

HEALTH INSURANCE (at a reduced cost):

Life Insurance benefit (Employees only) - $25,000
Accidental Death & Dismemberment benefit (Employees only) - $25,000
Critical Illness (Employees only) - $25,000

2300

MEMBERS AND GROWING

BRANCHES

101

ACTIVE YEARS

COMMITTEES

COUNCIL OF MANAGEMENT

The Management of the Union shall, subject to orders and directions of the general membership, be vested in the Council of Management (CoM), referred to as the “Council”.

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