The Customs Trade Union Alliance has initiated trade union action beginning today (24), highlighting several outstanding concerns that remain unaddressed, including long-delayed promotions.
Union representatives stated that these matters have been repeatedly brought to the attention of relevant authorities over the past six years, but no satisfactory solutions have been reached.
As part of the initial phase of industrial action, Customs officers across all offices islandwide will report to duty wearing black armbands as a mark of protest.
Meanwhile, a special meeting involving the Ministry of Finance Sri Lanka, the Public Service Commission Sri Lanka, and other stakeholders has been scheduled for February 26, 2026, to discuss the issues raised by the union.
Following the outcome of that discussion, representatives of the Customs Trade Union Alliance are expected to convene on February 27 to determine their next steps regarding further industrial action.
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