Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh today asked the Labour Ministry to form a group to examine and address the problems faced by workers due to global economic slowdown. <br/><br/>The direction to the Labour Ministry was given after he met a workers delegation led by G Sanjeeva Reddy of Indian National Trade Union Congress. Dr Singh directed the Ministry of Labour and Employment to constitute a group, including representatives of the Ministries of Finance and Industry, to examine the issues and give recommendation on how to address them.<br/><br/>A PMO release said, the INTUC leaders impressed upon Dr Singh to ensure that workers get their fair share and are protected against problems arising due to the slowdown in growth. <br/><br/>The Prime Minister assured the delegation that the government gives the highest priority to inclusive growth and is committed to ensure that workers in the organised as well as the unorganised sectors are partners in the progress of the country. The meeting was also attended by Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee and Labour Minister Mallikarjun Kharge.