Ministry of Education Holds Emergency Meeting with Teacher Unions to Discuss Remaining Items on the Collective Agreement

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The Ministry of Education, under the leadership of the Honourable Minister, has scheduled an emergency meeting to address critical items on the educational agenda.

According to an official invitation dated 27th September 2024, the meeting is set for 30th September 2024 at 9:00 am. The venue will be the Minister’s Office at the Ministry of Education.

The meeting will focus on two key points:

Consideration of the remaining items on the Collective Agreement for implementation, a move that seeks to settle ongoing issues related to teachers and educational staff.
Addressing any other outstanding issues affecting the educational sector.

This gathering is of utmost importance as the Ministry looks to resolve key matters in the Collective Agreement, which have remained pending.

The Collective Agreement is a crucial document governing the terms and conditions of service for various stakeholders in the educational sector.

Its implementation is expected to improve the welfare and work conditions of teachers and other personnel within the Ghana Education Service (GES).

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The meeting also aims to address additional challenges that have emerged within the education sector. This effort reflects the Ministry’s commitment to ensuring that issues impacting educational delivery are resolved in a timely and effective manner.

The invitation was signed by Mrs. Mavis Asare Donkor, Director of General Administration, on behalf of the Hon. Minister of Education. It also copies the Chief Director, the Deputy Ministers, and the Hon. Minister of Education.

As the Ministry continues to prioritize the needs of educators and the educational system at large, stakeholders are expected to actively contribute to the discussions.

The outcome of this meeting will likely have a significant impact on the future of education in Ghana, particularly regarding staff welfare and policy implementation.

The collective efforts from the Ministry and the stakeholders in attendance will be critical in shaping a robust educational system that benefits both teachers and students across the country.

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