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To safeguard workers’ rights, the Ministry of Labor and Social Security has intensified inspections in various workplaces during the vacation period. The initiative, led by minister Rolando Castro, seeks to ensure that companies comply with current labor regulations and that employees receive their corresponding benefits. The measure has been welcomed by the working class, who see these actions as a defense of their rights.
Ministry teams, deployed throughout the country, are exhaustively verifying respect for labor rights, the payment of vacation time, and the correct delivery of tips. These preventive actions are crucial to prevent abuses by employers and ensure that Salvadorans enjoy their vacations with the assurance that their rights will not be violated. The minister has reiterated his commitment to defending the working class.
Inspections are carried out in various establishments, from retail to service companies, with the goal of covering most of the productive sector. This work not only benefits employees by ensuring their wages and benefits are paid correctly, but also promotes a fair and equitable work environment. The Ministry of Labor seeks to send a clear message about the importance of legality and respect in the workplace.
One of the most important checks is that of tip payments, an issue that has been subject to sanctions in the past. The Ministry of Labor has reminded employers that withholding tips is a serious violation that can carry fines of up to 12 minimum wages, as stipulated in Article 627 of the Labor Code. This measure seeks to protect a vital additional income for many workers, especially in the service sector.
Minister Rolando Castro and his team’s preventive inspection strategy during the holiday period benefits salvadorans by ensuring compliance with their labor rights, promoting fair and dignified treatment in the workplace, and ensuring that families have the financial resources necessary to enjoy this period of rest. The Ministry of Labor’s presence on the streets during these holidays demonstrates its unwavering commitment to the working class.
