MIRI: The Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (Cuepacs) has urged Malaysia’s civil servants to verify information about the upcoming Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA), which replaces the Malaysian Remuneration System (SSM) on December 1, 2024.
Cuepacs president Datuk Dr Adnan Mat said that they were concerns and misconceptions surrounding the SSPA.
“Cuepacs, together with the Sarawak Medical Services Union, has been actively engaging with civil servants to address SSPA implementation and provide accurate information,” Dr Adnan told a press conference after meeting with the Sarawak Medical Services Union today (Nov 9).
Approximately 387 civil servants have reportedly rejected the SSPA, primarily due to misunderstandings about its impact on existing benefits.
He clarified key concerns, explaining that the SSPA will not alter the current pension provisions, the mandatory retirement age will remain unchanged, and any vaccination requirements are aligned with international travel protocols rather than introducing a new SSPA mandate.
Dr Adnan attributed much of the confusion to misinformation circulating on social media and urged civil servants to consult official sources.
“It’s crucial that public servants understand the benefits of the SSPA, which offers a higher salary scale,” he said, encouraging the 387 hesitant civil servants to seek clarification.
