Provide full services without interruption ahead of Organised Labour’s strike against galamsey – GMA to members

The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has declared that, although supporting Organized Labour in its battle against galamsey, or illicit small-scale mining, it would not take part in the October 10 scheduled statewide strike.

In a press release released on October 8, following an internal meeting, GMA stressed that it has not mapped out a path for industrial action.

Dr. Frank Serebour, President of GMA, signed the statement, which stressed that all members are required to continue uninterruptedly offering comprehensive medical services.

“The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has not declared a roadmap for industrial action. Therefore, all members are expected to continue providing full services without interruption,” the statement said.

The GMA did, however, express its support for the larger worries articulated by Organized Labour about the catastrophic impacts of galamsey on the environment and means of subsistence.

The group declared that it would not participate in the impending strike, but it accepted the necessity of a coordinated effort to oppose illicit mining.

A statement stating that the National Executive Council (NEC) will give members additional updates if needed closed the release.

In an effort to put pressure on the government to take more aggressive action against galamsey, Organized Labour has insisted on carrying out the strike.

Read the statement below:

Source: Ghanatodayonline.com