The 4th round of consultations on the Elimination of Discrimination in Mauritian Laws took place today at the Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment. This meeting was chaired by the Attorney General Rama Valayden, in presence of Minister Jean-François Chaumière and representatives of trade unions such as the SEF, the NTUC, the CTSP, the MLC, the FPU and the GWF.
The trade unionists were keen to present views to the Attorney General and Minister Chaumière regarding various issues which they consider as discriminatory. For example the treatment of expatriate workers, the review of Remuneration Orders of a five-yearly basis, the consideration of all categories of workers equally in sectors such as health and education and other issues pertaining to the law and the public broadcasting service amongst others.
The Attorney General Rama Valayden and Minister Chaumière said these proposals would meet due consideration. Minister Chaumière explained the importance of having all socio-economic stakeholders on board in view of this national endeavour of harmonizing laws to eliminate discrimination. The trade unions were requested to submit their views and comments to the Committee for circulation to other stakeholders. A second meeting with trade unions will take place in a month’s time.
The Committee will be meeting stakeholders in Rodrigues for the next round of consultations.
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