Unfair Labour Practice
Any act or omission by an employer that contravenes fair labour practices, including unilaterally altering employment conditions related to the NMW.
Definition
Within the context of the National Minimum Wage Act, an 'unfair labour practice' specifically includes an employer's unilateral alteration of wages, hours of work, or other conditions of employment in connection with the implementation of the national minimum wage. This provision, reinforced by sections of the Labour Relations Act, aims to protect workers from adverse changes to their employment terms that might undermine the benefits of the NMW. It ensures that employers cannot circumvent their obligations under the Act by making detrimental changes to other aspects of a worker's employment. Such practices can be challenged through established labour dispute resolution mechanisms, providing a crucial safeguard for workers.