President Dr Irfaan Ali has assured ranks of the Guyana Prison Service that the Government is working to ensure officers retire with dignity and opportunities for continued participation in the economy.
Speaking at the Senior Officers’ Conference of the Prison Service, the Head of State said efforts are being made to equip officers with the education and skills needed to transition into life after retirement.
“Beyond that is allowing you the luxury of comfort to know that there is life after retirement, and we’re preparing you for that life after retirement,” President Ali stated.
According to the President, the Government has expanded access to higher education opportunities for prison officers so they can develop professionally while serving.
“And today, we can celebrate hundreds of your officers having a diploma, a degree or a master’s, because the government has given you access to these options,” he noted.
Ali added that these initiatives form part of a broader effort to ensure officers can move confidently into another phase of their lives after leaving the service.
“With your experience, a degree and a master’s, you will be journeying into another phase of your life with confidence and knowing that you will still be needed in the economy,” he said.
The President also highlighted improvements in the welfare of prison officers, noting that salaries have already seen significant increases over the past several years.
He pointed out that ranks have benefited from a 40 per cent increase in salaries over the last five years, with plans for continued improvements.
“Do not take that for granted. That is part of our programme of allowing you to retire in dignity, retiring in honour,” the President said.
Ali made the remarks while outlining his vision for the future development of the Prison Service and the role officers will continue to play within Guyana’s national security framework.
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