To minimise labour disputes and sustain employee – employer harmony in an environment of safe and decent work with a view to developing a “competitive & world class” work force.
Mission
To actively contribute to the enhancement of overall well being of the national economy through promotion of positive work ethics, better employee – employer relations ensuring social security for employees and guaranteeing harmony in the work place using innovative approaches
New Publications - 2010( )
Following publications of the Labour Department are now available at the
Publication sales centre in Labour Secretariat, Colombo 05.
Ceremonial opening of the "LABOUR MUSEUM" (
2009-11-25 )
Ceremonial opening of the "LABOUR MUSEUM" of the Department of Labour will be held on December 01, 2009 by His excellency Mahinda Rajapaksha president of the Democratic Republic of Sri Lanka
Laying of the foundation stone for "MEHEVARA PIYASA"(
2009-11-25 )
Ceremonial laying of the foundation stone for the "MEHEVARA PIYASA" to be constructed at No.220, Kirula Road, Narahenpita, Colombo 05 will be held on December 01, 2009 by His excellency Mahinda Rajapaksha president of the Democratic Republic of Sri Lanka