Popcru and Correctional Services appear to have settled differences

The Department of Correctional Services and the police civil rights union Popcru appear to have settled their long standing differences. Relations between the organisations have been characterised by protracted disagreements and legal battles. Correctional Services Minister Ngconde Balfour says a groundbreaking agreement has been reached that will see the resolution of outstanding labour disputes. Balfour says both parties have now committed themselves to creating an opportunity for dialogue between them. Popcru spokesperson Nathi Theledi told BuaNews the union welcomes the signing of the agreement.