Estimates: Labour issues in focus

Labour matters including reports of ‘union busting’, exploitation of workers, health and safety issues, the proposed minimum wage and employment opportunities took center stage as the 2021-2022 Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure continued in Parliament Tuesday.

Minister of Labour and Social Partnership Relations Colin Jordan acknowledged that the current industrial climate remains “tense” in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.

He attributed this to job security fears among workers while employers remain worried about declining revenue and their ability to remain in business.

Jordan however assured that his ministry was keeping a watchful eye on developments, pledging that Government would protect the interests of all workers while maintaining a harmonious labour environment.