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The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has officially inaugurated a training programme on integrity and related topics for staff of the Parliamentary Service. The initiative, organised by the Legal and Governance Services Office, the Parliamentary Training Institute (PTI), and the Human Resource Department, aims to promote ethical conduct, accountability, professionalism, and integrity within the service.
In his remarks, Speaker Bagbin emphasised that integrity is one of the most valuable qualities in public service, describing it as the strongest antidote to corruption and the foundation of public trust. He noted that confidence in public institutions is not automatic but must be earned through ethical behaviour and responsible actions.
He encouraged all staff members to actively engage in the training, apply the knowledge gained in their daily duties, and help foster a workplace culture rooted in ethics, accountability, and professionalism.
The Clerk to Parliament, Mr. Ebenezer Ahuman Djietror, also highlighted the importance of integrity and professional conduct. He explained that the programme was carefully designed by the Legal and Governance Division under the guidance of the Speaker, in line with the Corruption Risk Mitigation Plan adopted in 2024.
“It seeks to enhance awareness and understanding of the code of conduct for public officers, particularly in grievance handling and service delivery,” he stated.
Mr. Djietror further described Parliament as a bastion of democracy that must uphold the highest standards of transparency and accountability. He reminded staff that public service is a sacrifice rather than a profit-making venture, urging them to serve with sincerity and dedication.
Story by Efua Nessa