Labour Inspectorate stories
More inspectors will be deployed to construction, manufacturing, forestry and agriculture as WorkSafe seeks to curb work-related harm.
Poor record keeping can trigger fines after a company and a banned director were penalised NZD $48,000 for breaching employment standards.
Small businesses could face higher pay costs and disputes if the Fair Pay Agreements Bill becomes law in its current form.
Charges for job ads and visa forms have left four Christchurch grocery stores facing penalties and repayments after breaching wage rules.
Six workers must be repaid after unlawful salary cuts at a hospice trust prompted a warning on consultation rules and minimum wage limits.
Risk-averse directors could face personal liability as Worksafe New Zealand weighs tougher action after a worker was left quadriplegic.
73 of 75 inspected subcontractors found to be in breach of minimum employment standards, which could have ramifications across the channel.
