The health ministry said the recent approvals provide its personnel with better opportunities for career advancement. (Reuters pic) PUTRAJAYA: A total of 6,724 officers from various service schemes under the health ministry have been approved for acting appointments and promotions to the senior management service and Grades 10 to 15.

The approvals were granted by the public service promotion board on Oct 13, the ministry said today.

It said this reflected the ministry’s continued efforts to recognise the officers’ commitment, dedication, and achievements in ensuring smooth operations and effective healthcare service delivery.

In statement, the ministry said that in line with improvements to career progression under the public service remuneration system (SSPA), the board also approved excellence-based promotion criteria for officers under its teaching service scheme, allowing them to be promoted even without vacant posts.