The government has formalized three agreements with workers’ associations to enhance conditions of service for their members. The agreements involve the Public Services Workers Union (PSWU) branches of the Government and Hospital Pharmacists’ Association (GHOSPA), the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), and the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC). These separate pacts, signed on October 25, 2024, aim to address long-standing grievances and support productive working conditions.
Representing the government, Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) Chief Executive Benjamin Arthur highlighted that these agreements signify a commitment to cultivating a positive relationship with public sector workers. He acknowledged the milestones achieved through these negotiations, particularly underscoring the importance of the agreement with GAEC in supporting Ghana’s scientific advancement.
PSWU General Secretary Bernard Adjei welcomed the outcomes of the negotiations, expressing that “we are pleased our efforts have yielded tangible results,” while urging the government to expedite the implementation process so workers can promptly benefit.
Similarly, NCCE Chairperson Kathleen Addy voiced satisfaction with the finalized agreement, which she expects will motivate her team in their mission to enhance civic education. She emphasized that a motivated NCCE workforce will better serve Ghana’s goals of fostering civic awareness, good governance, and community engagement.
The Deputy Director-General of GAEC, Professor Dickson Adomako, also praised the government’s recognition of GAEC’s contributions to scientific research and development, stressing the importance of local and international collaborations to elevate Ghana’s healthcare sector.
For GHOSPA, consultant George Smith Graham expressed optimism, hopeful that the agreement would bring satisfaction to its members. GHOSPA National Chairman Dr. Emmanuel Owusu Owiafe added that the association remains committed to quality patient care and anticipates working closely with the government to bring these agreements into effect.
Dr. Owiafe emphasized the need for further improvements in pharmaceutical services to ensure patients receive optimal care, illustrating the broader impacts these agreements could have on Ghana’s healthcare landscape.
SOURCE: https://dew360.net
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