Unrestricted access for labour inspectors proposed

At a glance

• The Services Committee is reviewing a proposed law to allow the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) inspectors to access all workplaces.
• The law aims to correct irregularities, enforce legal action, and maintain labour market stability.
• It safeguards the rights of all parties involved.
• The law would apply to all workplaces, including commercial establishments, banks, malls, buildings with security guards, private and government companies, state agencies, and ministries.

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The Services Committee of the House of Representatives is currently reviewing a proposed law that would grant inspectors from the LMRA authority to enter all workplaces in both the private and public sectors, without exception. 

The explanatory memorandum accompanying the proposal highlights the existence of contractual agreements between the public and private sectors for the provision of foreign labour, including security personnel and other specialised roles. This necessitates the ability for LMRA inspectors to access these work locations, the memorandum explained. 

The proposed law aims to expedite the correction of any irregularities, enforce legal action against violators, and maintain stability within the labour market while safeguarding the rights of all parties involved. The proposed legislation would authorise inspectors to enter all workplaces, including commercial establishments, banks, shopping malls, buildings with security guards, private companies of all types, government companies, state agencies, ministries, and other relevant locations.