46 Omani workers reinstated following GFOW intervention in May
The reinstatements were facilitated through labour dispute committees and followed extensive negotiations and consultations led by the federation as part of its support services for the month.
The GFOW said it dealt with 14 worker support cases, including both individual grievances and collective disputes. Of these, eight were resolved amicably, one was referred to court, and five remain under process.
In addition to dispute resolution, the federation responded to 69 legal consultations covering key labour issues such as wages, leave entitlements, working hours, and contract termination.
The committee tasked with resolving collective disputes held talks with workers seeking better working conditions. Separately, the committee reviewing private sector applications to reduce workforce due to economic challenges evaluated several cases – leading to the reinstatement of 46 workers and approval of two temporary wage reduction requests, allowing a 15% salary cut for three months.
Highlighting ongoing economic strain in certain sectors, the report noted that one company had laid off 150 employees in a mass termination.
Meanwhile, four trade unions were found to be in full legal compliance during the month.
The GFOW's interventions in May addressed a wide spectrum of worker concerns, including job security, wages, project transfers, contract completion, and union formation, reflecting its ongoing efforts to safeguard the rights and welfare of Omani workers.
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