Govt. assures no forced job cuts in CEB reforms: Minister

The Minister noted that all employees have been officially notified and invited to express their views within two months, stressing that the process is a legal requirement and not a move by the Ministry or the Government to pressure workers.

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Jayakody pointed out that as per the existing and approved Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) includes compensation capped at Rs. 5 million for senior employees and Rs. 2.5 million for others. However, he said the Government has opted to offer a more favourable package in line with employee preferences. “After considering the new reforms, the Government has decided to extend the compensation with Rs. 5 million for all employees keen on the VRS, as all employees are equally important to us,” he said.