The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) has successfully signed 44 negotiation agreements with unions and institutions this year, marking a significant milestone in Ghana's efforts to harmonise public sector pay.
The Chief Executive Officer of FWSC, Mr Benjamin Arthur, disclosed this during a media soirée held in Accra, where he highlighted the commission's dedication to addressing workers' concerns while promoting fairness and transparency in public service compensation. • Mr Benjamin Arthur, Chief Executive Officer, FWSC "These agreements reflect our commitment to resolving disputes and ensuring that workers receive compensation that aligns with their roles and responsibilities," Mr Arthur stated.
He also revealed that seven institutions had been migrated to a new grade structure, which better aligns job roles with appropriate pay scales.
The FWSC had intensified efforts to link salaries to performance, with nine institutions already sensitised on this initiative.