Solomon Islands teachers threaten strike13 Jul 11 Laborstart The union representing teachers in Solomon Islands is threatening nationwide strike action over a pay rise. The National Teachers Association general secretary, Johnley Hatimoana, says so far they government has ignored calls for a cost of living adjustment for public servants. He says they have been waiting since last October for a response to a demand for an 11.5 per cent adjustment. Mr Hatimoana says teachers have been hit hard by the rising cost of living in Solomon Islands. |
