The Office of the Deputy Governor has embarked on an initiative themed ‘Transforming Together’ as they bring the now assented to Public Service Management Act, 2024 to public officers and the public. Photo: Government of the Virgin Islands

Leaders in the public service were engaged in a Senior Manager’s meeting on the Public Service Management Act, 2024 on December 6, 2024. Photo: Office of the Deputy Governor

Governor Daniel Pruce assented to the Public Service Management Act, 2024 in November 2024, marking the completion of Recommendation B36 of the Commission of Inquiry’s Report.

The act paves the way for a modern governance and management approach to Public Service, reflecting the commitment to building a public service that meets the evolving needs of the territory.

The initiative began last Friday, December 6, 2024, when leaders in the public service were engaged in a Senior Manager’s meeting on the act.

These meetings are part of an “extensive consultation and educational drive aimed at ensuring the Public Service and the Virgin Islands community are informed about the transformation that the Public Service Management Act, 2024 will drive,” an announcement from the Deputy Governor’s Office said.

Over 400 public officers engaged

Meanwhile, over 400 public officers were engaged in consultation on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, on the act by the Office of the Deputy Governor.

The consultation included informed discussions, the sharing of key insights, with a focus on transparency, accountability, and inclusivity,

“The meeting allowed public officers to hear valuable information on the Act, ask questions and provide feedback,” a post on the Government’s official Facebook Page said.