labourregulatory
Labour regulatory refers to the system of laws, rules, and institutions that govern employment and relations between workers, employers, and the state. It covers the creation, interpretation, and enforcement of standards affecting working conditions, wages, hours of work, workplace safety, and social protection, as well as the rights to organize and bargain collectively.
Core elements include employment standards (minimum wage, maximum hours, overtime), occupational safety and health regulations, anti-discrimination
Structures vary: some systems rely on centralized wage-setting and strong unions; others emphasize voluntary codes and
International and regional dimensions: the International Labour Organization sets out core conventions and principles, with nations
Contemporary issues include informal employment, platform work and the gig economy, cross-border labour mobility, and the