Staff at the Government Printery will remain away from work for an additional week as repair and maintenance operations at the facility stretch beyond an initial two-day shutdown. Cabinet confirmed the extension as Ministry of Works teams intensify efforts to address longstanding health and safety issues within the building.
A central focus of the ongoing work is the removal and relocation of a large population of pigeons that had taken up residence inside the facility. The infestation created deeply unsanitary conditions, raising serious health concerns among staff and disrupting daily operations.
Beyond the pigeon removal, authorities are carrying out broader repairs and improvements to restore the building to a suitable working condition. These include deep cleaning, structural fixes, and general maintenance designed to create a healthier environment for employees.
The Government Printery is a longstanding institution that plays a vital role in the country's administrative framework. It produces official documents including parliamentary papers, government gazettes, forms, and other essential publications.
Over the years, workers have raised repeated concerns about the deteriorating state of the facility, citing its toll on both productivity and personal well-being. The extended closure, Cabinet indicated, reflects the government's commitment to ensuring public servants operate in safe, clean, and healthy conditions.
Once repairs are completed, staff are expected to return to a significantly improved and more sanitary workplace.
