Tag: Public Service
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David Beckham to be Knighted at Windsor Castle for Services to Sport and Charity
David Beckham to Receive Knighthood at Windsor Castle David Beckham is set to receive a knighthood in a ceremony at Windsor Castle, recognizing his contributions to sport and charity. The former England captain, now 50, has long been a global ambassador for football and a dedicated philanthropist, and this honour marks a culminating moment in…
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Dr Farouk Gumel Appointed to LASU Governing Council
LASU Welcomes New Governing Council Member The Lagos State Government has announced the appointment of Dr. Farouk Mohammed Gumel, a respected medical professional and a native of Jigawa State, to Lagos State University’s (LASU) Governing Council. The appointment, disclosed in an official circular dated October 31, 2025, marks a significant addition to the university’s oversight…
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Kaine on Shutdown: Democrats Focused on the American People, Not Politics
Democrats Defend Their Stance Amid a Prolonged Shutdown As the government shutdown stretches into its 33rd day, Democratic Senator Tim Kaine offered a stark reframing of what his party believes motivates the ongoing budget standoff. In remarks that sought to set a tone beyond partisan blame, Kaine insisted that the Democrats’ focus is not political…
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Syed Saddiq’s Ironman Run Raises RM1 Million for Muar Welfare Aid
Syed Saddiq Conquers Ironman Challenge, Funds Muar Welfare Former youth and sports minister Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman has once again blended athletic endurance with social advocacy. In a recent Ironman race, he clocked a personal best of 12 hours and 22 minutes, surpassing his previous record of 13 hours and 13 minutes last year.…
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Public Service Brace for Billions in Spending Cuts Ahead of Tuesday’s Budget
Overview: A Budget on the Brink Public service employees across the country are bracing for Tuesday’s federal budget, amid explicit signals from Prime Minister Mark Carney that austerity and sacrifice will translate into hard numbers. As the government weighs billions in spending reductions, unions and civil service groups are preparing for layoffs, hiring freezes, and…
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Public service braces for billions in spending cuts ahead of Tuesday’s budget
Overview: A Budget on the Brink Public servants across the country are bracing for Tuesday’s federal budget, where Prime Minister Mark Carney’s rhetoric about austerity will be translated into concrete numbers. With billions of dollars earmarked for potential savings, unions and civil service bodies anticipate significant reductions that could reshape jobs, programs, and the delivery…
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Public Service Braces for Billions in Spending Cuts Ahead of Tuesday’s Budget
Overview: The Budget in the Spotlight As Tuesday approaches, public servants across the country are preparing for a budget that is already shaping up to redefine spending priorities. Prime Minister Mark Carney has signaled a commitment to discipline and sacrifice to restore fiscal balance, and unions are bracing for the hard numbers that will follow.…
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BC Public Service Workers Mediation: Hope for Fast Resolution
Mediation Begins as Picket Lines Continue Across British Columbia Public service workers in British Columbia have agreed to enter mediation after seven weeks of job action that has disrupted government services and affected the daily lives of residents. The decision, announced by the BCGEU (British Columbia General Employees’ Union), comes after the government asked for…
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Magna Carta for Public DRRM Workers Pushes Forward in the House
Legislation Aims to Elevate the Welfare of Public DRRM Workers Amid ongoing seismic activity across the country, a congressman from Metro Manila has filed a measure to shore up the welfare, protection, and professional development of disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) personnel. House Bill No. 5239, introduced by Parañaque 2nd district Rep. Brian Raymund…
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NCSS to Welcome New CEO Lim Shung Yar Takes Helm
Overview The National Council of Social Service (NCSS) announced a leadership transition as Lim Shung Yar will assume the role of chief executive officer (CEO) of the statutory board next year. Lim, a 45-year-old senior official from Singapore’s Public Service Division (PSD), will be appointed CEO-designate effective November 1 and will fully take the helm…