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Africa-Press – Ghana. <\/strong><\/span>President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo says his Administration will endeavour to complete the review of the country\u2019s Labour Law.<\/b><\/p>\n

The Law pertains to issues on labour, employers, trade unions and industrial relations.<\/p>\n

President Akufo-Addo was addressing a national parade to mark the 2023 International Workers\u2019 Day celebration, in the Upper East capital of Bolgatanga.<\/p>\n

He said the welfare and wellbeing of the Ghanaian worker remained a priority for the Government.<\/p>\n

Organised labour, led by the Trades Union Congress (TUC), has been pushing for a review of what it describes \u201cas outmoded laws governing employment in the country\u2019.<\/p>\n

It says the current laws cannot address the challenges facing the contemporary worker, especially in terms of job security, income security, life and safety.<\/p>\n

The International Workers\u2019 Day, also known as Labour Day or May Day, falls on May 1, and is a public holiday in over 80 countries, including Ghana.<\/p>\n

It is meant to celebrate the contributions of workers, promote their rights and commemorate the labour movement.<\/p>\n

Ghana is commemorating this year\u2019s Day under the theme: \u201cProtecting Incomes and Pensions in an Era of Economic Crisis: Our responsibility\u201d.<\/p>\n

In recognition of workers\u2019 contribution to the nation\u2019s growth, President Akufo-Addo said: \u201cI celebrate you our gallant workers for your hard work, selflessness, sacrifice, patriotism and commitment to the development of our beloved nation.<\/p>\n

\u201cYour contributions would be duly recognised and rewarded. And, I urge you to remain steadfast and focused in your pursuit of excellence.\u201d<\/p>\n

He appealed to Organised Labour to work with the Government in addressing the socio-economic challenges confronting the nation in order to provide a stronger base for rapid growth and development.<\/p>\n

On the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia\u2019s war with Ukraine on the economy, he assured that, \u201cGhana will emerge stronger from these economic challenges\u201d.<\/p>\n

President Nana Akufo-Addo reminded workers of the need to always resort to dialogue, consultations and engagements in addressing labour issues.<\/p>\n

This, he said, was critical to building consensus on issues of national significance for the benefit of the citizenry.<\/p>\n

Dr. Yaw Baah, General-Secretary of the TUC, said Ghanaian workers would continue to work hard in building a robust and resilient economy.<\/p>\n

On the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia\u2019s war with Ukraine on the economy, he assured that, \u201cGhana will emerge stronger from these economic challenges\u201d.<\/p>\n

President Nana Akufo-Addo reminded workers of the need to always resort to dialogue, consultations and engagements in addressing labour issues.<\/p>\n

This, he said, was critical to building consensus on issues of national significance for the benefit of the citisenry.<\/p>\n

Dr. Yaw Baah, General-Secretary of the TUC, said Ghanaian workers would continue to work hard in building a robust and resilient economy.<\/p>\n

He bemoaned the treatment of some local workers by international companies, especially the abuse of their labour rights and privileges, saying the TUC had resolved to work in protecting those workers.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe do not think our Government should allow such a thing to happen in our society at this age,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n

More than 40 unions participated in the parade.<\/p>\n

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