The Purpose of this Statement
This policy statement outlines how and why the Department of Labour responds to non-compliance with the requirements set out in the following legislation:
- The Employment Relations Act 2000
- The Equal Pay Act 1972
- The Holidays Act 2003
- The Minimum Wage Act 1983
- The Parental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987
- The Volunteers Employment Protection Act 1973
- The Wages Protection Act 1983.
It is important for people with obligations under these laws to understand how and why we choose to respond to non-compliance. It is also important to outline our overall approach to enforcement in order to guide the development of more detailed internal operating systems and procedures.
This policy statement is supported by internal operational guidelines and procedures and complements other information and support services to employers and employees.
