Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson has encouraged labor unions to collaborate with the government to improve Ghana’s working conditions. During a visit from TUC’s Acting General Secretary Richard Hanson, the Minister recognized the TUC’s vital role in protecting workers’ rights and promoting industrial harmony. He pledged his commitment to support the TUC’s activities and emphasized the importance of respecting workers’ rights.
Mr. Joseph Nelson, the Western Regional Minister, has urged labor unions to collaborate with the government and relevant stakeholders to improve the working conditions across the country. He emphasized that such cooperation would lead to enhanced industrial harmony, productivity, and overall economic growth.
This appeal was made during a courtesy visit from Mr. Richard Hanson, the Acting General Secretary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), at the Minister’s office in Sekondi. Mr. Nelson recognized the essential role of the TUC in safeguarding workers’ rights, stating, “What the TUC stands for I believe is noble, because your activities and mandates contribute to industrial harmony and productivity.”
He praised the TUC’s initiatives in fostering positive employer-employee relations, which are crucial for ensuring safe working environments. Regarding the current industrial disputes, the Minister reminded employers in both public and private sectors of their duty to respect workers’ rights, asserting the need for a peaceful operational environment where all parties can feel content.
Mr. Nelson expressed his commitment to collaborating with the TUC to enhance their operational activities. In response, Mr. Hanson thanked the Minister for his outreach and urged him to establish a productive working relationship with the unions throughout his tenure. He also requested the Minister’s support in securing permanent office space for the TUC in Sekondi-Takoradi to better facilitate their daily operations.
In conclusion, Minister Joseph Nelson has called for a cooperative approach between labor unions and the government to foster better working conditions and industrial harmony in Ghana. Emphasizing the significance of the TUC’s role in protecting workers’ rights, he underscored the need for employers to respect these rights. The Minister remains dedicated to supporting the TUC in enhancing their activities and addressing current industrial disputes.
Original Source: www.ghanabusinessnews.com
