Compliance
Wage Regulation Order (WRO)
Subsidiary legislation under the EIRA (Cap. 452) setting minimum employment conditions for specific sectors.
Definition
A Wage Regulation Order (WRO) is a form of subsidiary legislation issued under the authority of the Employment and Industrial Relations Act (Cap. 452) in Malta. These orders are sector-specific and establish minimum terms and conditions of employment, including minimum wages, overtime rates, working hours, and leave entitlements, for employees within designated industries or occupations. They serve to complement the general provisions of the EIRA by providing tailored regulations for particular economic sectors.