Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is the Minister of Finance
The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has disclosed that Book and Research Allowances for tertiary education unions have been incorporated into the 2025 budget.
Dr Forson announced this after meeting with the leadership of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG), the Technical University Teachers Association of Ghana (TUTAG), and the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) to discuss the status of the allowance.
He noted that disbursement processes have commenced, and the Ministry of Education is responsible for ensuring the timely release of funds.
During the engagement, the unions proposed the establishment of a dedicated Labour Relations Desk within the Ministry of Finance to improve dialogue and coordination on labour-related matters.
Dr Forson welcomed the proposal, describing it as a constructive step towards enhancing stakeholder engagement.
The meeting also reviewed ongoing payroll reforms, including an audit by the Auditor-General.
Preliminary findings reveal the presence of ghost names on the payroll, and the Minister underscored the importance of addressing the issue to safeguard public resources.
The finance minister reaffirmed his commitment to fostering transparency, accountability, and equity in public sector compensation through continued collaboration with key stakeholders.
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