Teachers association protests civil service bylaw

By JT - Mar 01,2014 - Last updated at Mar 01,2014

AMMAN — The Jordan Teachers Association (JTA) on Saturday held a demonstration outside the Prime Ministry on Saturday in protest against the new civil service bylaw.

JTA Spokesperson Hussam Masheh said the activity is part of a series of escalatory measures the syndicate is planning to take to protest against amendments to the bylaw, which he described as “unfair” and harmful to job security for public sector employees, according to a statement sent to The Jordan Times.

In earlier remarks, the JTA said the law violates the rights of middle-and low-income employees, especially teachers, as it entails delaying annual incentives and promotions.

Under the bylaw, employees need around 37 years of service to be classified under the “first category”, which enables them to enjoy certain benefits.

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