General News of Friday, 11 October 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comVarious transport unions in Ghana have reversed their decision to participate in a sit-down strike initiated by Organized Labour to protest the devastating impact of illegal mining (galamsey) on the environment. In a joint statement issued on October 9, 2024, transport unions such as PROTOA, Co-operative, Ghana Committed Drivers Association, Tiger Transport, and Image Transport expressed solidarity with Organized Labour but noted that withdrawing their services would harm commuters. The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) supported this stance, citing the "irreparable adverse impact" on commuters. The Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC), a government agency responsible for coordinating and regulating road transport services in Ghana, also urged transport operators to refrain from participating, classifying their services as "essential". Labour unions, including the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives’ Association and the Ghana Medical Association, withdrew from the intended strike.

Source: GhanaWeb October 11, 2024 13:36 UTC