Bangka Regency Struggles with Honorer Crisis; Cuts ASN Allowance to 80%
In a bid to manage financial constraints, Bangka Regency has been left with no choice but to cut the allowances of civil servants (ASN) by 20%. This decision comes in response to a significant shortfall in the regional budget (APBD). The regency’s Finance and Assets office has confirmed that the reduction, which took effect this month, will remain until the end of the year.
The ongoing issue of honorer, or ad-hoc workers, has further exacerbated the fiscal crisis. Initially, there were no plans for mass dismissals, but the situation has necessitated a review of the list. While no mass dismissals have occurred,header":[], "body":"
Bangka Regency Struggles with Honorer Crisis; Cuts ASN Allowance to 80%
In a bid to manage financial constraints, Bangka Regency has been left with no choice but to cut the allowances of civil servants (ASN) by 20%. This decision comes in response to a significant shortfall in the regional budget (APBD). The regency’s Finance and Assets office has confirmed that the reduction, which took effect this month, will remain until the end of the year.
The ongoing issue of honorer, or ad-hoc workers, has further exacerbated the fiscal crisis. Initially, there were no plans for mass dismissals, but the situation has necessitated a review of the list. While no mass dismissals have occurred, there are concerns about the potential dismissals of hundreds of honorer who have been waiting for permanent positions.
Regional Secretary of Bangka Regency, Sukiman, stated that the regency is currently facing severe financial difficulties, with the APBD running low due to increased costs and limited revenue. The cut in ASN allowances is a temporary measure to manage cash flow and ensure that the regency can continue to provide essential services.
The Commission I of Bangka’s Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) has also weighed in on the issue. Chairperson, Kamaro Mahya, stated that the commission understands the difficulties faced by the regency but emphasized the importance of ensuring the welfare of both ASN and honorer.
To address the honorer issue, the regency has proposed a scheme to integrate 1,420 honorer into the permanent workforce. However, this scheme still requires clearance from the internal affairs ministry and the Coordinating Ministry for Human Development and Culture.
The issue of honorer in Bangka Regency has been a topic of concern for some time. The reduction in ASN allowances and the potential dismissals of honorer have sparked debate and raised questions about the regency’s financial management.
With the fiscal year coming to an end, Bangka Regency is under pressure to manage its finances effectively. The cut in ASN allowances and the proposed integration scheme for honorer are part of the regency’s efforts to stabilize its finances and ensure the delivery of public services.
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