Ghana currently needs industrial harmony - Western Regional Minister appeals to labour

The Western Regional Minister, Hon. Joseph Nelson, has appealed to labour unions in the country to work closely with government and all stakeholders of labour front to improve the country's working environment.

He says labour, and its unions must collectively collaborate with government for the sake of harmonious industrial development.

"What the TUC stands for I believe is noble, because your activities and mandate contributes to industrial harmony"

Speaking to the Acting General Secretary of Trade Union Congress (TUC) Richard Hanson, the Minister lauded the crucial role the establishment plays in the country in protecting workers rights and guaranteeing peace and stability.

The TUC leader had paid the Minister a courtesy call today (25th February 2025) .His visit was also to inform him about activities of the union.

"What the TUC stands for I believe is noble. "You ensures that the interest of workers are protected" he acknowledged

Aside fighting for the right of workers, he said the union, in principle also protect these rights "You ensures that the interest of workers are protected"

In doing so, he said the TUC has been very helpful in streamlining employer- and employee relationships "so that we have a certain harmonious environment at work places"

Turning his attention on ongoing industrial disputes lingering in the region, the Minister said employers whether in the public or private sector also need to respect the rights of workers.

"They also have the responsibility to do what is right because we want to have a peaceful environment to operate so that all parties will be happy" he remarked

For support required to enhance operational activities of the union, Hon. Joseph Nelson assured the TUC boss of his commitment to collaborate effectively with them to function as expected of them.

The Acting General Secretary of Trade Union Congress (TUC) Richard Hanson expressed gratitude to the Minister for hosting him.

He also appealed to the Minister to support the TUC acquires a permanent office space in Sekondi Takoradi.

In addition, he said TUC will also want him to build a good working relationship with the union as well as labour.

He cited few industrial issues currently lingering in the region including one involving Twyford Ghana in which an employee was abused and appealed to the Minister to intervene in resolving the issue and getting justice for the parties involved.

As part of their traditional role, the TUC used to be part of Regional Security Council ( REGSEC) but got kicked out along the line which the union want reversed, so that they can be part of the council.