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From the Staff Committee
2016-2017 |
(202)
370-4645 |
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June 14th, 2017 |
SN-53/16-17 Original:
English |
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CONCERN BY THE
STAFF COMMITTEE REGARDING THE DECISION OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNAL The Staff
Committee expresses its deep concern to the General Secretariat’s staff
regarding the two documents circulated on May 24 and June 6 by the
Administrative Tribunal, through which it informs of its unilateral decision
to suspend its functions as of June 1, until the necessary funds for its
operation are received. The Staff
Committee emphasizes the importance of the Administrative Tribunal for the
basic operations of the Organization, acting as the last means of access to
justice. Therefore, the Committee is concerned by the sudden announcement,
which came without prior communication to the staff representatives, without
regard the potential consequences for the personnel of the General
Secretariat. The Staff
Committee is aware of the difficult financial situation of the Organization,
the reduction of staff and spending decrease approved by the Member States
for 2017 which are impacting the Organization. Nevertheless, the Staff
Committee cautions that although the budget has been reduced, a portion of
the annual budget was allocated for the work of the Tribunal during
2017. In addition, the Tribunal mentions that the Secretariat had
approved additional funds so that it may continue carrying out its valuable
work. The
Staff Committee is convinced that adherence to the rules, dialogue and
willingness to work together are essential elements for the resolution of
disputes and urges the General Secretariat and the Administrative Tribunal to
have a constructive dialogue for the benefit of the Organization. |
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