The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) has officially invited key stakeholders to a meeting this Friday to kickstart negotiations for the 2026 Base Pay for public sector workers.
In a letter dated 29th October 2025, the Commission has called together the Government Team and representatives from Organized Labour to begin the crucial process of determining the national base pay for the upcoming financial year.
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Scheduled for Friday, 31st October 2025, at 10:00 a.m., the meeting will be held at the Conference Room of the Ghana Employers Association. The sole agenda for the session is the "2026 Base Pay Negotiations."
The FWSC emphasized that these negotiations are a core part of its mandate and align with the government's broader public sector pay policy. The Commission stated that the structured consultative process is designed to ensure "equity, fairness, and sustainability" in public sector compensation.
The acting Chief Executive of the FWSC, Dr. George Smith-Graham, signed the invitation, which also urged punctual attendance from all parties to ensure a smooth and productive session. The outcome of these initial talks is highly anticipated by millions of public sector employees across the country, as it will set the foundation for salary structures in the 2026 financial year.
The Commission has expressed its expectation for "cooperation and constructive contributions" from all sides as they work towards a consensus.
