LMRA intensifies inspection drive in Capital Governorate

TDT | Manama           

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) stepped up its inspection campaign in the Capital Governorate, in cooperation with the Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs of the Ministry of Interior and Capital Governorate Police Directorate that included a number of work sites.

The campaign resulted in detecting several violations related to LMRA’s Law and Immigration authority and the arrest of violators. Necessary legal action was taken and deportation procedures initiated.

It reflects the ongoing efforts exerted by LMRA, Interior Ministry and other government bodies for the betterment of work environment, in addition to addressing LMRA close monitoring level in practices that affect the competitiveness, flexibility and justice of the labour market, not to mention their negative impact on social security.

LMRA emphasised on society’s significant role in supporting the government’s efforts in preserving the economic, social security and health stability. Additionally, the public are urged to report any labour market violations and irregular migrant workers.

The LMRA renewed its call on the public to report complaints related to violations by calling An expatriate is questioned by LMRA personnel the call centre 17506055.