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Please bring the contents of this circular to the attention of all POA members.

Further to POA Circular 66/2022 the ballot period will run from 1^st September to 20^th September. 

Pension Awareness Week is an annual five-day engagement event, aiming to empower members to better understand and value their Civil Service pension, and help them plan for their financial future.

Following pay submissions made to the NHS Pay Review Body, the Government has offered Agenda for Change staff approximately £1400 for all grades. 

Due to the increase in the amount of equipment which members are required to wear in the course of their duties, the Executive raised concerns with HMPPS regarding the potential for Musculoskeletal injuries surrounding the use of utility belts. The POA pointed out that;

The Scottish Government’s Pay Offer which in reality represented a significant pay cut to the membership has been the subject of an indicative ballot. 

POA Conference after two years is very much welcomed

Warm words and platitudes will not help POA members improve their quality of life.

Please find attached NEC minutes for the 27th July 2022 for your information.

We have written to new Colombian govt of @petrogustavo and @FranciaMarquezM to welcome important policies for peace and workers' rights. Alongside @JFColombia and trade union movement, we will continue to support the Colombian people’s efforts to build peace and social justice.