Moroccan Justice Ministry Facing Paralysis as Court Clerks Extend Strike Action
Moroccan Court Officials Announce Five-Day Strike Over Pay and Conditions
Court clerks and administrative staff across Morocco are preparing for a five-day strike in a dispute over pay, incentives, and working conditions.
The National Union of Justice Sector Workers (NUSJSW) announced the strike action, set to take place on Wednesday and Thursday, September 18th and 19th, followed by another three days on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, September 24th, 25th, and 26th.
The strike will impact the central administration, courts, judicial centers, sub-directorates, and archive centers throughout the Kingdom.
At the heart of the dispute is the union’s demand for a revision of the basic system for the Registry and the Special Accounts Decree. The NUSJSW argues that these changes are crucial to provide better incentives and improve the overall working conditions for justice-ministry-strike-august-2024/” title=”Moroccan Justice Ministry Paralyzed as Workers Launch Three-Day Strike”>court clerks and administrative staff within the justice sector.
This strike action comes after a memorandum was submitted to the Minister of Justice in May 2024, outlining the union’s concerns and demands. The NUSJSW is urging the Ministry to respond swiftly and effectively to their demands, emphasizing that this is the most viable solution to alleviate the ongoing tension and prevent further disruption to the Moroccan justice system.
The potential impact of this strike is significant. Court closures and delays can have a ripple effect, impacting individuals, families, and businesses who rely on the justice system for timely resolutions. The situation highlights the crucial role played by court staff in the functioning of a fair and efficient justice system.
It remains to be seen how the Ministry of Justice will respond to the union’s demands and whether a resolution can be reached to avert the strike action.
