The National Labour Commission (NLC) has intervened to avert a potential disruption to judicial operations following notice of an intended strike by the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) over unpaid salary arrears.
The intervention follows a strike notice issued by JUSAG on January 12, 2026, citing the non-payment of salary arrears covering the period from January to August 2025, amounting to eight months.
The association warned that failure to resolve the issue could compel its members to withdraw their services.
In a response dated January 14, 2026, and signed by the Acting Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr Bernice A. Welbeck, the NLC acknowledged receipt of the strike notice and outlined measures aimed at resolving the dispute.
Invoking its powers under Section 139 of the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651), the Commission directed the Judicial Service and the Ministry of Finance to provide a clear update on the status of the outstanding salary payments within three working days.
As part of its mediation efforts, the NLC has also scheduled a hearing for Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., where representatives of JUSAG, the Judicial Service and the Ministry of Finance are expected to appear.
In the meantime, the Commission has urged JUSAG to hold off on any industrial action and to fully engage in the mediation process, stressing the importance of dialogue in resolving the impasse and safeguarding the smooth functioning of the judiciary.
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