Justice Ministry Tightens Oversight on Security and Cleaning Contracts to Ensure Workers’ Rights
Express TV: Mustafa Filali
Abdelatif Wahbi confirmed that the Ministry of Justice is adopting a strict approach that links the disbursement of dues for security, cleaning, and maintenance contracts to the extent of compliance by contracting companies with workers’ rights. He emphasized that payment will only be made after verifying full adherence to legal and social provisions.
This statement came in a written response to parliamentary advisor Khaled Al-Suti regarding the situation of security and cleaning workers. The minister clarified that the ministry, both at the central administration and decentralized services level, is keen to include clear clauses in the terms of reference that obligate companies to respect labor code provisions, particularly regarding minimum wages, working hours, paid leave, as well as the registration of workers with the National Social Security Fund and the payment of social coverage fees.
He added that among the measures adopted is the requirement for companies to pay worker salaries via direct bank transfers within the first five days of each month, thereby enhancing transparency and ensuring the protection of workers’ rights.
Regarding oversight mechanisms, the minister stressed that the ministry does not issue payment orders until all documents proving compliance with social obligations are received, including declaration receipts, certificates of contribution payments to the National Social Security Fund, payroll documents, and workplace accident insurance papers.
He also noted that the administration intervenes when any discrepancies are detected, especially when the number of declared working days does not match the actual days. The concerned company is obliged to rectify its situation, and in cases of refusal, the labor inspector is notified to take necessary legal action.
Wahbi confirmed that the number of cleaning workers is determined based on the size of buildings, while the number of security personnel is based on the number of entrances and working hours, as part of an organization aimed at ensuring the quality of services and protecting workers’ rights.
He concluded by emphasizing that these measures fall within the Ministry of Justice’s commitment to protecting labor rights, in line with constitutional directives and existing social legislative requirements.
