The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) is advocating for the passage of its Governing Council Bill, which has received Cabinet approval. According to Surv. Emmanuel Kofi Cobbold, President of the Institution, the Bill is expected to be laid before Parliament during its next sitting for consideration. The proposed legislation aims to strengthen the Institution's governance structure. Surv. Cobbold made these remarks at the 2026 Annual Conference of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors.
The Institution is also considering significant reforms to its conference programme. The proposed changes involve consolidating various divisional conferences into a single institutional service week. This move is intended to address concerns raised by employers regarding disruptions to workflow and the financial burden of sponsoring staff to attend multiple conferences throughout the year. The 2026 divisional conferences may be the last to be held under the current arrangement.
The proposed reforms aim to streamline the Institution's operations, reduce costs for employers, and minimize the impact of conferences on workplace productivity. Surv. Cobbold called for stakeholder support to advance the legislative process and implement the proposed reforms. The Governing Council Bill is a key step towards strengthening the Institution's governance structure.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors is seeking support from stakeholders to implement the proposed reforms while the Governing Council Bill progresses towards parliamentary consideration. The Institution believes that the proposed changes will benefit both its members and employers. The reforms are expected to enhance the overall efficiency of the Institution's operations.
The 2026 Annual Conference of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors provided a platform for stakeholders to discuss the proposed reforms and the Governing Council Bill. Surv. Cobbold emphasized the importance of stakeholder support in advancing the legislative process and implementing the proposed reforms. The Institution is committed to working with stakeholders to achieve its goals.
The proposed reforms to the conference programme have been welcomed by stakeholders, who see them as a positive step towards reducing costs and minimizing disruptions to workflow. The Ghana Institution of Surveyors is confident that the proposed changes will enhance its operations and benefit its members. The Institution will continue to engage with stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of the reforms.
The Governing Council Bill and the proposed reforms to the conference programme are significant developments for the Ghana Institution of Surveyors. The Institution is optimistic that the proposed legislation and reforms will strengthen its governance structure and enhance its operations. The Ghana Institution of Surveyors will continue to advocate for the passage of the Governing Council Bill and the implementation of the proposed reforms.
Key points
- The Ghana Institution of Surveyors is pushing for the passage of its Governing Council Bill to strengthen its governance structure.
- The Institution is considering significant reforms to its conference programme to reduce costs and minimize disruptions to workflow.
- The proposed reforms aim to streamline the Institution's operations and enhance its overall efficiency.
