Accra: The Ghana Institution of Surveyors has renewed its calls for Parliament to pass the long-delayed Survey Council Bill, which aims to regulate the profession and eliminate unqualified practitioners.
According to Ghana Web, during the 21st Surveyors Week and the 57th Annual General Meeting held in Accra on February 23, 2026, the President of the Institution, Kofi Obeng Ayirebi, emphasized the critical nature of the bill for the reform of the industry and improving public understanding of the role of surveyors. Ayirebi noted that securing surveying practice through an Act of Parliament is not only a professional matter but also a governance, investment protection, and national security issue. He highlighted the significance of land administration, valuation, infrastructure planning and development, and spatial data in sovereignty, development planning, and public accountability.
The bill, which has been under discussion for over two decades, aims to restore professional standards and strengthen oversight within the surveying industry. If enacted, it would establish a Survey Council to oversee licensing, enforce professional conduct, and discipline surveyors as needed. The legislation is also expected to reduce malpractice, protect the integrity of the profession, and ensure that both members and non-members operate under clear and enforceable standards.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors has consistently urged the government to expedite the bill's passage. The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has also indicated its intention to prioritize the bill, raising hopes that it will soon be brought before Parliament.