Government flouts its own laws on worker benefits, says Cosatu

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Government flouts its own laws on worker benefits, says Cosatu
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Union federation accuses departments of denying public servants parental leave and of not extending the scope of UIF

Employment & labour minister Thulas Nxesi. Picture: GCIS/JAIRUS MMUTLE

This is in contravention of the Labour Laws Amendment Act and the Unemployment Insurance Amendment Act. “This is unacceptable and points to the reactionary and careless behaviour of this administration. The government must stop abusing the rights of workers and also testing their patience,” Cosatu said.

The Treasury referred questions to the employment & labour department, saying “they are best suited to respond”.

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