The Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that the government’s proposed 24-hour economy policy will be formally presented to Parliament in due course.

He made this known on Tuesday, 11th March, during the presentation of the 2025 Budget Statement.

The policy, a key initiative of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government, aims to boost economic productivity by encouraging businesses to operate around the clock.

Dr Forson reiterated the government’s commitment to implementing the 24-hour economy, emphasising its potential to create jobs and drive sustainable economic growth.

“The Mahama-led NDC government is committed to the pursuit of the 24-hour economy policy,” he stated.

He explained that this initiative aligns with the administration’s broader agenda of enhancing economic opportunities and ensuring inclusivity in employment.

The 24-hour economy concept has been a major talking point in recent political discourse, with proponents arguing that it will maximise the use of infrastructure and resources while increasing productivity across key sectors.

The Finance Minister assured Parliament that measures are being put in place to ensure a smooth rollout of the policy, including incentives for businesses willing to operate beyond traditional working hours.

As part of the government’s economic transformation strategy, Dr Forson noted that the 24-hour economy policy would be a catalyst for industrial expansion and investment.

He urged Parliament to support the initiative once it is formally presented, stating that its success would depend on collaboration between the public and private sectors.

The details of the policy are expected to be outlined in a comprehensive framework before its submission to Parliament for further deliberation.