May 19, 2023
WATCH: ‘Heights of wickedness’ – protesters slam massive salary increase for politicians
Protesters are gathering outside Emancipation Park in New Kingston to demonstrate against the massive salary increases announced for members of the political directorate.
At about 8:15 on Friday morning, there were a handful of protesters bearing placards with messages such as “Fix it Nigel!”, “No justification for huge salary increases” and “$28 million… while the people suffer… No King Andrew!”
Speaking with OBSERVER ONLINE, one protester described the move by the government as the “height of wickedness” and called on Jamaicans across the 14 parishes to “send a message” to what she described as an “uncaring” government over the decision.