The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has postponed any potential strike action after successful discussions with the government regarding their conditions of service (CoS). UTAG revealed in a press release that significant progress has been made in negotiations on payroll, non-payroll, and monetary issues. They have reached an agreement with the government on payroll matters effective January 1, 2024, while non-payroll issues are being discussed at the branch level with agreed figures to be submitted for further action. A joint committee has been formed to address non-monetary items, and UTAG expressed appreciation for the support during negotiations. The National Executive Council has deferred any strike action, citing the signed agreement on payroll items and upcoming discussions on non-monetary issues as reasons. UTAG thanked members for their patience and the involved parties for expediting negotiations.
“Additionally, a joint committee comprising representatives from UTAG/TUTAG, FWSC, and VCG (Vice Chancellors Ghana) was established to address non-monetary items,” the statement added.
UTAG indicated that the committee will convene to finalise decisions on the critical matters pending.
The association added that upon reaching agreements on these outstanding issues, UTAG will formalise the CoS document subject to renegotiation every two years.
“Acknowledging the resounding support for strike action from all Branches due to the slow negotiation process, the National Executive Council (NEC) has decided to defer any strike action until further notice, given the signing of the agreement on payroll items and the forthcoming meetings on non-monetary and IGF discussions with FWSC.”
UTAG expressed gratitude to all members nationwide for their patience and understanding throughout the process and to the Minister of Education, Finance Ministry, FWSC and others for helping expedite the negotiations on payroll item
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