By Catherine Ramnarine
In this Article, we will look at some of the ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ about employment laws in T&T.
What formalities and registrations are required?
Employers are required to register with the Board of Inland Revenue and National Insurance Board.
There are no legislative requirements governing the form of the employment contract or the terms that must be included. An employment may be express or implied, oral or written or partly oral and partly in writing.
It is important to note that common law, statute and the requirements of “good industrial relations practice” may impose duties, obligations and requirements in addition to those that are expressly included in the employment contract.
