Public Service Association of NSW (PSA) General Secretary Stewart Little has condemned the use of threats, such as arrest by the Upper House of the NSW Parliament, in its dealings with ministerial and public sector staff.
The PSA represents ministerial staff in NSW.
“The PSA is appalled that ministerial staff are being used as political footballs and threatened with arrest for simply doing their jobs,” Mr Little said.
“The power of arrest is one that the Constitution grants to the courts, not to Parliament.
"It is unacceptable that workers are being met with such threats in the course of their employment.”
“Politicians and departmental heads are fair game, not public servants and staffers.
"Our members deserve respect and dignity in their work, not to be dragged into political fights.
"Staff need more protection, not more intimidation.
“No public sector employee should ever be placed in this position.”
Mr Little said the Association will continue to advocate for stronger safeguards to protect staff from political interference and ensure all employees are treated fairly.
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