Labour Law: All firms must publish an annual plan for localisation

Muscat - The Labour Law Decree issued today by His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik is formulated in line with the fundamentals of Oman Vision 2040 and addresses the labour market.

The Labour Law seeks to furnish an environment that positively responds to changes through legislation that is flexible, resilient, efficient, and adept at addressing current and future challenges.

The Labour Law reaffirms that employment is an intrinsic right for Omanis, stipulating that no others are allowed to work within the Sultanate of Oman except in accordance with conditions and statuses defined by the law and decisions enacted thereof.

The law underlines the importance of each establishment disclosing its annual plan for localisation and replacement, to be published at the workplace and on its official website. This should include a detailed report on the number of Omani workers, their salaries, their gender, and any information about job vacancies, if available.

The law dictates that every establishment must devise a plan incorporating the appointment and training of Omanis for leadership roles and ensures its effective implementation. It also calls for the development of practical strategies to retain the Omani workforce.