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The Hon. Kins Nelson

Samagi Jana Balawegaya· Polonnaruwa· 12 March 2025 ·Oral question: Oral Question: Prison Guard Vacancies (Q.125/2024)

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Hon. Kins Nelson raised concerns that prison officers perform dangerous duties comparable to police officers but receive lower pay. Citing a recent shooting of a former prison officer, he asked whether the Government would ensure fair salaries for prison officers on par with the police.

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¶ 01 Hon. Speaker, my first supplementary: Prison officers, like police officers, perform highly risky duties, yet they are paid less than police. Recently, a former prison officer was shot in the head. Their job is very dangerous. Will you ensure a fair salary on par with the police?

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Hansard, Wednesday, 12 March 2025 ·No. 1744106534050382 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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