Postal workers to launch an indefinite fast

COLOMBO (News 1^st) - As the postal strike entered its 10th day, postal workers have decided to launch an indefinite fast from today (June 20). The failure to provide solutions to the workers' demands has made the Joint Postal Trade Unions Alliance intensify their trade union action. Convener of the Joint Postal Trade Unions Alliance, Chinthaka Bandara said they have taken steps to gain the support of trade unions outside the postal department. The strike has completely disrupted the Department's services. Apart from delivering letters, the department also provides the services of paying bills, payment of Pension and payments of Farmers' Pension.