TEWU suspends strike pending further talks with govt
1st October 2025
The Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has suspended its indefinite strike over the government’s delay in finalising their Conditions of Service agreement.
The suspension follows what the union described as "productive engagements" with the government. TEWU leadership says negotiations are now progressing, and a key meeting has been scheduled with the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, October 1, TEWU-TUC General Secretary, King James Azortibah, said the decision to suspend the industrial action was made in good faith to allow for further dialogue and the implementation of agreed terms.
“TEWU has decided to suspend the indefinite strike action, with effect from today, Wednesday, 1st October 2025, to allow for further discussions and implementation of the agreed terms."
He added that all union members are expected to resume work by Thursday, October 2, 2025. For members who may have traveled outside their jurisdiction, he advised they report no later than Monday, October 6.
However, the General Secretary cautioned that the suspension is conditional and not a complete end to the strike.
“We emphasise that this is a suspension and not a call-off of the strike. We hope the FWSC and employer institutions will honour their side of the agreement, so that TEWU is not forced to do otherwise," he said.