Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit of Dominica has officially announced the permanent appointments of 125 teachers in 2025, marking a significant step in addressing the nation’s educational staffing needs. During a recent press conference, Skerrit disclosed that while these appointments have been confirmed, numerous additional requests are still pending review by the public service commission. He emphasized the need for more efficient communication within the system, citing delays in notifying appointees as a critical issue. ‘It takes too long for a letter to reach the employee,’ Skerrit stated, recounting an instance where a decision made in April was only communicated months later. He stressed the importance of timely updates to ensure fairness and transparency. Beyond the 125 confirmed appointments, the Prime Minister hinted at more permanent positions being granted to teachers in the near future. Skerrit also expressed concern over public officers remaining in temporary or acting roles for extended periods, labeling such practices as ‘unfair’ and ‘borderline unjust.’ He highlighted the challenges posed by study leaves and secondments, noting that these often delay permanent appointments for others. The cabinet has since taken a firm stance on limiting secondments to ensure smoother staffing processes. Skerrit explained that while ending a secondment might be misinterpreted as personal conflict, it is often necessary to facilitate permanent appointments for those in acting roles. He concluded by affirming the government’s commitment to addressing these systemic issues to improve the overall efficiency of public service appointments.