President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that arrangements have been made to increase most essential allowances entitled to public servants by 100%, in addition to hiking their basic salary. Accordingly, it is reported that this relief will be granted through the 2027 budget.

Key points

  • Most essential allowances in the public sector will be increased by 100%.
  • This measure will be implemented through the 2027 budget.
  • This allowance hike comes in addition to the increase in basic salaries.

Where the President made the remarks

It is reported that the President revealed these details while addressing the National Trade Union Convention held at the P.D. Sirisena Ground in Maligawatta, Colombo.

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