Bahrain deported more than 5,470 people and conducted more than 47,000 inspections last year, according to official data.
Bahraini businesses displayed an unwavering compliance with regulations in 2023, with a 94.7 per cent compliance rate achieved amid intensifying inspection efforts by the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA).
These figures underline the success of proactive measures to regulate and develop the Kingdom’s labour market, fostering a stable, competitive, and productive environment for all.
Bahrain deports irregular workers
Nibras Talib, CEO of the LMRA, said that in implementing the government’s directives and the National Labour Market Plan 2023-2026, the LMRA has intensified its efforts to regulate and develop the labour market to maintain its fundamental elements of flexibility, justice, competitiveness and raising the level of productivity.
These efforts will contribute towards ensuring the economic growth of Bahrain and enhancing economic competitiveness.
LMRA significantly amplified its inspection efforts in 2023, conducting 47,023 inspection visits and campaigns.
This dedication yielded numerous positive outcomes, namely:
- Fair and Equitable Market: Robust enforcement ensures a level playing field for all businesses, protecting healthy competition, and safeguarding the rights of working parties
- Improved Working Conditions: Increased inspections guarantee adherence to labour laws and regulations, promoting a safe and dignified work environment
The LMRA expressed thanks to compliant businesses and all government agencies contributing to these achievements, particularly the Ministry of Interior represented by the Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), General Directorate of Crime Detection and Forensic Evidence, the Sentence Enforcement Directorate and the Police Directorates, Ministry of Labor, Ministry of Industry and Commerce, and many others.
This combined effort resulted in:
- Reduced Irregular Workers: 4,232 irregular workers were identified, and legal measures were taken accordingly
- Effective Enforcement: 5,477 individuals went through legal proceedings leading to deportation
Noora Isa Mubarak, Deputy Chief Executive for Enforcement and Protection at the LMRA, stressed the keenness to continue efforts to regulate the labour market, noting that the Authority carried out 47,023 inspection campaigns and visits during 2023, consisting of 46,242 inspection visits, in addition to a rise in joint inspection campaigns by reaching 781 campaigns.
She added that the LMRA acknowledges the invaluable role of community involvement in upholding a fair and just labour market, calling all members of the community in Bahrain to report any complaints related to labour market violations and illegal practices by filling out the electronic form available on the official website, or by calling the Authority’s call centre 17506055, or through the National Suggestions and Complaints System (Tawasul).
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