The Trades Union Congress (TUC) and the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) have called for calm amid public concerns over electricity tariff adjustments, assuring workers and the general public that structured stakeholder consultations are ongoing.
In a joint statement, the two institutions acknowledged rising anxieties around utility pricing, particularly its impact on workers and households, but emphasized that no unilateral decisions have been made outside the established regulatory framework.
The PURC reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and inclusiveness in the tariff-setting process, noting that labour unions remain key stakeholders whose views are being considered in line with the Commission’s statutory mandate.
The TUC, meanwhile, confirmed it has been actively engaging the PURC to ensure that workers’ interests are protected, especially as cost-of-living pressures remain high.
Both institutions stressed that tariff adjustments are guided by law and evidence-based assessments, taking into account production costs, the sustainability of utility service providers, and the need to maintain a reliable power supply to support economic growth.
The joint statement further urged the public to rely on official communications and avoid misinformation, assuring that any final decisions would be shared clearly and responsibly.
The TUC and PURC reiterated their commitment to dialogue, cooperation, and safeguarding the public interest, pledging to continue engagements that balance affordability with the long-term stability of Ghana’s power sector.
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