No Second Chances for Civil Servants Who Failed to Sign Public Service Remuneration System
No Time Extensions for Civil Servants Who Failed to Sign Public Service Remuneration System
Public Service director-general Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan Abdul Aziz has announced that no second chances or time extensions will be granted to civil servants who failed to sign the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) option, which closed on November 30.
Government Provided Adequate Time for Decision-Making
The government had provided a reasonable period, from October 21 to November 30, for civil servants to decide whether to opt for the SSPA or remain under the Malaysian Remuneration System (SSM). "Once the stipulated period has passed, there is no longer an opportunity for them to make a choice. Therefore, they will have to remain in their existing system of choice," said Wan Ahmad Dahlan.
Small Number of Civil Servants Did Not Opt for SSPA
According to Wan Ahmad Dahlan, the number who did not choose the SSPA option is very small. "Actually, the number who did not choose the SSPA option is very small. In my opinion, this is unavoidable because, in any decision-making process, some accept and some don’t; this is normal," he said, adding that no action would be taken against those who did not opt for the SSPA. It was reported that only 0.13 per cent or 1,400 of the 1.5 million civil servants did not sign the SSPA option.
Appreciation for Civil Servants Who Opted for SSPA
Wan Ahmad Dahlan also expressed his appreciation to civil servants who had opted for the SSPA, noting that they had already received their first salary increment yesterday following adjustments under the SSPA scheme. "This proves that what Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated earlier has been fulfilled," he said.
Public Service Theatre Production: Lara Wirang
The Public Service Theatre production Lara Wirang was staged at the Dewan Tun Canselor, Multimedia University, here yesterday. The production portrays a story inspired by historical research on the Nusantara, encompassing the kingdoms of the Malay Peninsula and Java between 1427 and 1492. The production was performed by 95 multiracial civil servants from various federal and state agencies, statutory bodies, and local authorities, as well as university students, in strategic collaboration with the Public Service Department (JPA).
Genta Bahasa Ceremony
The Genta Bahasa ceremony marks the conclusion of the National Language Month for the public sector and serves as an appreciation event by the JPA for civil servants who have excelled in efforts to uphold the national language through various linguistic and literary initiatives. Since 2014, the JPA has taken the initiative to hold Public Service Theatre performances as an essential feature of the Genta Bahasa ceremony.
Conclusion
In conclusion, civil servants who failed to sign the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) option will not receive a second chance or time extension. The government has provided a reasonable period for decision-making, and only a small number of civil servants did not opt for the SSPA. The Public Service director-general appreciates those who have opted for the SSPA and has expressed his gratitude to those who have worked hard to uphold the national language.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA)?
A: The SSPA is a remuneration system for civil servants in Malaysia.
Q: How many civil servants did not opt for the SSPA?
A: Only 0.13 per cent or 1,400 of the 1.5 million civil servants did not sign the SSPA option.
Q: What is the Genta Bahasa ceremony?
A: The Genta Bahasa ceremony is an appreciation event by the Public Service Department (JPA) for civil servants who have excelled in efforts to uphold the national language through various linguistic and literary initiatives.