“You believe PM Drew/de government going pay double?” is a common question that a lot of people are currently asking among themselves. The hot topic throughout St. Kitts and Nevis at this time is discussion about whether a double salary would be paid or not during this month December, and in some instances there is argument about whether or not it should be paid.
And so to this end, the government’s well-anticipated budget address-slated for to take place on Wednesday 13th December 2023 in the National Assembly will have the full attention of many citizens and residents who no doubt will be glued to the television, phones and radio tuned to hear what the budget entails but specifically on topic of double. Some persons are of the view that the economy needs stimulating and that a double salary would do the trick.
Others claim some workers are not productive enough and should not get this type of gift for poor productivity. On another point of argument, some say some people are acting too greedy in wanting double salary coming off the heels of the government’s Independence Reset paid in September 2023.
It is perfectly understood that due to the challenges of life which affects one’s socio-economic well-being, it is quite easy to understand that having an extra income at any point is always a saving grace. The St. Kitts-Trades and Labour Union’s (SKNT&LU)- owner of this publicationtopic of choice when it comes to money talk at this present time is discussion about the national minimum wage.
Having submitted its position paper and also having participated in various meetings at the table as part of the National
Minimum Wage Advisory Committee, the Union is quite satisfied that it has and continues to play its part in championing the cause on behalf of workers in pushing to ensure that the near 10-year gap since the last increase of November 2014 is given top priority. Regardless of which area is your cup of tea on the subject of Money Talk, it is highly advisable that there be effort to have a savings plan going forward immediately and into the New Year.
Some may argue that it is challenging to save money in this day and age, but it is critically important that this becomes the attitude for generations to come. Empowering individuals/workers with more spending power and in so being able to have the ability to save money in improving one’s social economic status is a passionate area for the Union on the topic of the minimum wage.
The Union is quite aware that many citizens and residents are looking forward to hearing whether or not there will be an increase of the minimum from $360 weekly/$9 per hour to something higher. No doubt the topics Double Salary and Minimum Wage is driving much public discussion and debate.
And a good question to ask is: ‘What will I do with the money if received?’ So in your money talk, discuss spending wisely and saving smartly for your betterment. Now this is really something to give serious talk about!
