A major trade union grouping wants the government to take urgent measures to curb unbridled corruption, waste and mismanagement at SLPA, Railways, CPC and CEB. Harbour, railways, petroleum, electricity. The combined trade union alliance in a letter addressed to President Mahinda Rajapakse claimed that contrary to their expectations no tangible action had been taken to improve the situation.

The union called for immediate presidential intervention while blaming both ministers in charge of the portfolios and senior officials turning a blind eye.

The union also called for a mechanism to ensure security at these institutions in view of the growing threat posed by the LTTE. (SF)