The Ministry of Labour has announced plans to amend laws concerning women working at night as part of a wider labour law reform initiative.

Minister of Labour Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando stated that the reforms include introducing four key bills and modernising existing acts. 

A 17-member committee has been appointed to review 14 current labour laws and draft the four principal bills.

Amendments will also be made to the Labour Protection law and provisions for termination of employment insurance. 

The reforms, following detailed consultations with stakeholders, aim to modernise regulations and strengthen worker protection.