Posted: Tuesday, March 11, 2025. 11:17 am CST.
Press Release
Kindly be reminded that tomorrow, March 12th, 2025, was declared a Public and Bank Holiday.
The Labour Department reminds all employers whose workplaces will operate tomorrow, March 12th, 2025 that their legal obligation under Section 29 of the Representation of the People Act (Chapter 9) is to grant employees reasonable time off to vote on General Election Day, March 12th, 2025. Employers must not deduct wages or impose any penalties on employees for taking time off to vote.
A reasonable time off means that employees should have enough time to travel to their polling station, cast their vote, and return to work. Employers should consider factors such as the distance to the polling station, the availability of transportation, and the expected wait times when determining the time off.
For employees who need to travel long distances to vote, employers are encouraged to be flexible and make any necessary adjustments to ensure they can exercise their right to vote.
Employers who fail to comply with these requirements, or who interfere with employees’ right to vote through intimidation or other means will be in violation of the law which can result in fines or imprisonment.
The Department urges all employers to comply with this legal requirement and support employees in fulfilling their civic duties.
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Posted: Tuesday, March 11, 2025. 11:17 am CST. Press Release Kindly be reminded that tomorrow, March 12th, 2025, was declared a Public and Bank Holiday. The
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