Those member of the public who use the services of the General Post Office will have to hold off on any transactions as the government run institution continues to keep its doors closed following a meeting with staff and union representatives over unsuitable working conditions.
On Tuesday, representatives from the Antigua and Barbuda Public Service Association (ABPSA) and the Antigua Trades and Labour Union (ATLU) met with the workers at the Post Office to get a firsthand look at the concerns of the employees.
It was revealed that, as a result of the recent heavy rains, the building has experienced some internal flooding, which has since worsened the work environment.
Additionally, due to water seepage through the walls and ceiling, it has created a stench in the building especially during the opening hours.
The Ministry of Finance, with the assistance of the Ministry of Works, commits to cooperating
with the respective Unions to speedily rectify this matter.
In the meantime, the General Post Office remains closed to the Public while conditions in the
building are addressed. This closure is also likely to affect the flow of mails to the sub-stations
since the dispatching of mails has been halted. While updates will be provided periodically, an
appeal is made for the forbearance of the Public.
