Employment Law and Practice-2

EMPLOYMENT LAW AND
PRACTCE-2

INTRODUCTION
Employment law are that types of laws which helps in dealing with the relationship
which exists between employer and employee. These laws plays an very important role in
identifying those important elements which plays an very important role in analysing of the
elements which is necessary for identification of those rights and duties that is important for both
employer and employee. In these laws a tripartite form of relationship is there between employer
and employee. Also these laws explain about legality of contract which exist between both
employer and employee. Scope of these laws cover legality of that kind which can create
problems regarding performance of employees. The following assignment employment laws
related to Sri Lanka and its relationship with international labour law is covered. Employment
law is going to be explained. Lastly a case study has been given which covers issues, law applied
in the case and evidences or facts has to be explained.
TASK 1
a) International labour law and Sri Lankan labour law comparison
International labour laws deals with legal norms in relation to regulating work in
organisations and dealing with issues which are faced by workers working there. These laws are
concerned with rights and duties of employees, employers, trade unions and government while
regulating the workplace. It help in managing the work of employees and their relations in
organisation with other employees and the employers so that they can be treated equally and
fairly and can be remunerated based on their work done. This help in promoting social justice
within organisation so that all can work freely and equally in organisation and use their
capabilities in achieving company goals on time (Diamant. and et. al., 2016). These laws also
help in preventing them from any unjust or unequal treatment in company while also protecting
their human rights. The International Labour Organisation and the World Trade Organisation are
the main bodies which are involved in reforming labour markets.
These labour laws help in managing the wages of employees and also giving job security
to the workers so that they can work properly in company. These laws also help in maintaining
the hygienic and health conditions of work place so that their health and safety can be managed
which is important in keeping workers safe and healthy (Diamant. and et. al., 2016). Standards
are formed based on the diverse workforce culture, legal system, historical background and
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