The New Labour Codes

Navigating India's comprehensive employment law reforms

India's new labour codes represent a significant overhaul of the country's employment and labor regulation framework. These comprehensive reforms aim to streamline labor laws, improve ease of doing business, and enhance worker protection through simplified and rational provisions.

URE Legal provides comprehensive legal guidance on navigating the complexities of the four new labour codes: The Code on Wages, The Industrial Relations Code, The Code on Social Security, and The Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code. Our experts help organizations understand compliance requirements and implement effective policies.

The Four Labour Codes

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Code on Wages

Consolidates laws relating to wages, bonus, and remuneration

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Industrial Relations Code

Governs trade unions, standing orders, and dispute resolution

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Code on Social Security

Covers employee benefits, insurance, and welfare schemes

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Occupational Safety Code

Addresses workplace health, safety, and working conditions

Key Areas of Focus

Wage and Salary Structure: Understanding minimum wages and allowance classifications under the new codes.

Industrial Relations: Compliance with trade union and dispute resolution requirements.

Social Security: Mandatory provisions for employee benefits and insurance schemes.

Occupational Safety: Workplace health and safety standards and compliance procedures.

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How URE Legal Can Help

Our team of employment law experts provides end-to-end advisory services to help organizations understand, adapt to, and comply with the new labour codes. We offer:

  • Comprehensive gap analysis of current policies vs. new code requirements
  • Strategic advisory on wage structuring and compliance frameworks
  • Policy and contract documentation review and updates
  • Employee communication and change management support
  • Training programs for HR and management teams

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