The leadership of the three pre-tertiary teacher unions in the Greater Accra Region has given the government a deadline of May 13, 2024, to resolve their conditions of service. The unions, comprising the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), and the Coalition of Concerned Teachers (CCT), are dissatisfied with the government’s approach to negotiations on issues such as deprived area allowances and adjustments to continuous development allowances.
According to Peter Boateng, Regional Secretary of GNAT, the labour sector is experiencing escalating tensions, and prompt action from the government is necessary to prevent disruptions. “The government must prioritize our demands, just as they are seeking to secure a second tranche from the IMF. We have reduced our initial 17 demands to four, considering the current economic hardship. We believe it is only fair that the government meets our demands, given the significant taxes deducted from our salaries,” he stated.
The three unions expressed their disappointment in the government’s approach to negotiations on April 15, and are now seeking urgent action to address their concerns. The deadline of May 13, 2024, has been set for the government to respond to their demands and avoid any potential disruptions in the education sector.
