Thursday Strike: Government surprised by Organised Labour’s decision

The Government is surprised by the decision of Organised Labour to proceed on an industrial action indefinitely from October 10, 2024.

Organised Labour yesterday revealed after a meeting that the intended strike will still take place on October 10 as planned despite a meeting they had with the President.

In a statement issued yesterday October 7, by the Information Ministry, Government will, however, continue to engage Organised Labour and other stakeholders in a constructive dialogue in finding solutions for this national menace.

The statement further added that following the call by Organised Labour and other stakeholders on Government to take action on the menace of illegal small-scale mining in the country, the President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, convened a meeting with Organised Labour on Thursday, 3rd October, 2024 at the Jubilee House,

It added that the meeting discussed the long-standing issue of illegal mining, reviewed the situation and Government’s effort thus far, adding that It was agreed between the parties that:Government will collaborate with Organised Labour and other stakeholders in the fight against illegal mining.

Read full statement below

By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme