Finance Minister joins GPSU to honour 102nd anniversary

Dr Ashni Singh, Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and the Public Service, on Sunday joined the Guyana Public Service Union (GPSU) for brunch, in honour of its 102nd anniversary.
He was also honoured with the anniversary cake cutting tradition with GPSU executives.
In brief remarks at the event, the Finance Minister saluted and paid tribute to every generation of leadership within the GPSU, and in particular, today’s generation of leadership, for what he described as their “stepping out of their comfort zone and for serving a bigger cause – the cause of the public service more broadly.”
He also used the occasion to reaffirm the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Government’s commitment to ongoing engagement with the union, particularly in areas of mutual interest aimed at advancing the welfare of Guyanese workers.
Established on June 8, 1923, the GPSU is celebrating its 102nd anniversary under the theme: “102 Years and Still Standing Strong – Championing the Rights of Public Sector Workers.”
In a statement in observance of the occasion, the union said this historic milestone is a testament to the Union’s unwavering dedication to the rights, dignity, and advancement of Public Servants across Guyana.
“Today, June 8, 2025, marks not only the passage of time but a reaffirmation of who we are and what we continue to fight for: dignity, equity, rights and recognition for every Public Servant in this great nation. The legacy of the GPSU is one of endurance, service, and steadfast advocacy, which we honour and continue to build upon with pride and purpose,” it stated.
“We must also mention that since the appointment of Dr Ashni Singh as Senior Minister with responsibility for Finance and Public Service, there has been a noticeable shift towards a more respectful and constructive relationship with the GPSU,” the GPSU stated, adding that “This renewed tone of engagement is promising and, if sustained, could lead to meaningful progress and a stronger partnership in addressing the needs of Public Servants.”
While the GPSU achieved numerous landmark victories through struggles, sacrifices, and solidarity over the past 102 years, it underscored the need for much more to be done to improve employment conditions in Guyana.
The GPSU noted that its 102nd anniversary is a turning point, especially for internal examination. To this end, the union recognised that it must evolve to meet the demands of a changing national landscape, and committed to restructuring in order to remain relevant, resilient, and responsive to the needs of its members and to the challenges of a modern Public Sector.
As such, the GPSU will be prioritising promoting national unity and racial harmony, and supporting women and youth, among other crucial areas.