THE decision that has been taken by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission is in order and in line with its constitutional mandate. In doing so, the SRC must always ensure that the total public compensation bill is fiscally sustainable. The good side of these latest developments, however, is that they have been made public at the right time when the country is preparing for the August election. Electorates have been visiting their homes with various challenges and they look up to them to help them out. It is a habit that will not end overnight but now requires a shift in approach to leadership.

Source: The Star July 10, 2017 20:48 UTC