workers' rights
nounUK /ˈwɜːkəz raɪts/
US /ˈwɜːrkərz raɪts/
The fair things that people who have jobs are allowed to have, like safe places to work and fair pay.
The new law protects workers' rights by making sure everyone gets paid fairly.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The legal protections that ensure employees are treated fairly and safely on the job.
The company was fined for violating workers' rights when it ignored safety rules.
3. The set of freedoms and benefits that labor groups fight to secure for employees.
The march was organized to demand stronger workers' rights across the industry.
4. The moral claim that every person who works deserves dignity, respect, and fair treatment.
She believes workers' rights are human rights, no matter the job.