The strike, supported by 77.95% of UTAG members from 15 branches, reflects the association's commitment to safeguarding the environment from harmful mining practices. In a referendum organized by UTAG’s National Executive Council (NEC), 2,153 out of 2,762 members voted in favor of the strike, demanding an immediate stop to mining in forest reserves, farmlands, and water bodies. Only 607 members voted against the strike, with just two abstentions. The NEC has referred to this outcome as a "decisive mandate," which has paved the way for indefinite industrial action across all UTAG branches. In a statement dated October 9, 2024, released by the NEC, the association highlighted its members’ strong resolve to safeguard the environment.

Source: GhanaWeb October 10, 2024 02:52 UTC