Ex-PSU President Docked $400 for ‘Chronic’ Lateness

Former PSU president Gerald Henry is facing salary deductions after racking up over 16 hours of late arrivals in just four months, according to an official letter dated June 10, 2025.

The letter, addressed to Henry, Examiner of Accounts II, outlines that a review of the Attendance Electronic System from February 1 to May 31, 2025, revealed a total of 961 minutes of lateness. The accumulated tardiness triggered disciplinary action under the Belize Constitution (Public Service) Regulations, 2014.

The Auditor General’s Office will deduct a total of $407.02 from Henry’s salary, with $50.00 deductions beginning July 1, 2025. The letter states that these deductions are proportionate to the officer’s salary and the duration of lateness.

We note earlier this week, Henry and Doreth Obermayer protested in Belmopan, alleging unfair treatment by the Ministry of Public Service, particularly Henry’s denied promotion. Henry claimed he was the most qualified candidate but was rejected without explanation. In response, the Office of the Auditor General stated both were previously flagged as an “audit risk” for refusing to sign a mandatory code of ethics based on international auditing standards. The office also cited poor performance and lack of required evaluations as reasons for their ineligibility for promotion. Obermayer is no longer employed and has received her pension benefits.