Which law applies to my job dispute?

It depends on the province and on whether you are a private worker or civil servant; labour law is largely provincial.

Where does a civil servant complain about service matters?

To the Service Tribunal, which the appropriate legislature may set up under Article 212 of the Constitution; the Service Tribunals Act, 1973 covers federal civil servants.

Labour & service law

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Labour & service law covers workers' rights, wages, unions and the terms of government service.

What is Labour & service law law in Pakistan?

Labour is largely a provincial subject since the 18th Amendment, so rules and labour courts differ by province. The Industrial Relations Act, 2012 applies to Islamabad and to establishments in more than one province. Civil servants go to Service Tribunals.

Which are the main laws?

Industrial Relations Act (2012)
Payment of Wages Act (1936)
Minimum Wages Ordinance (1961)
Service Tribunals Act (1973)

Which courts hear these cases?

Which terms will I meet?

Common questions

Which law applies to my job dispute?: It depends on the province and on whether you are a private worker or civil servant; labour law is largely provincial.
Where does a civil servant complain about service matters?: To the Service Tribunal, which the appropriate legislature may set up under Article 212 of the Constitution; the Service Tribunals Act, 1973 covers federal civil servants.

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