The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) stressed its commitment to intensify inspection campaigns against violators of provisions of the Labour Market and Residency Laws in the Kingdom of Bahrain, in order to preserve a competitive, fair and stable labour market, and to address any illegal practices that may affect the work environment. The Authority explained that ensuring the protection of the rights of both the employee and employer, and confronting illegal practices, including combating all forms of trafficking in persons and forced labour, will remain an ongoing priority. Continue reading
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LMRA refers 83 cases to the Public Prosecution
The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) announced that 83 cases related to illegal labour practices have been referred to the Public Prosecution, after intensive joint inspection campaigns launched in different governorates. Continue reading
Labour Market Regulatory Authority: 20 defendants convicted of trading in work permits – fined BHD 441,000
The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) declared the issuance of judicial convictions against 20 defendants in cases related to the issuance of work permits for expatriate workers without need for them and trading in work permits. Continue reading
Labour Market Regulatory Authority: Legal actions taken against fraudulent recruitment agency
The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), in cooperation with the General Directorate of Criminal Investigation and Forensic Science of the Ministry of Interior, identified an unlicensed establishment that acted as an employment (manpower) office. Continue reading
Bahrain maintains its Status in the US Department of State’s Report on combating people trafficking
Manama, July 1 (BNA): Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) Chief Executive Officer H.E Mr. Jamal Abdulaziz Al Alawi extended his congratulations to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, for maintaining the Kingdom of Bahrain’s status within (Tier-1) for the fourth consecutive year in the field of combating people trafficking. Continue reading