The Labour Tribunal is a quasi-judicial body established for the purpose of adjudicating labour claims from employees against their former employers. As an independent body that is separate from the Department of Labour & Pensions, its remit is limited to the claims of Severance Pay and Unfair Dismissal complaints, and requests for the waiver of overtime benefits as stipulated under the Labour Act and Labour Tribunal Regulations.
 
This tribunal is selected from a panel of persons appointed by the Cabinet. The panel comprises of a Chairperson, Deputy Chairperson and Members appointed for a period not exceeding two (2) years from the date of appointment. Each panel is responsible for conducting fair and impartial hearings, reviewing evidential material and applying the relevant sections in the legislation as per the Labour Act (2021 Revision) in order for a legally reasoned decision within the statutory timeframe to be made.

Contrary to popular belief, this tribunal does not function like a Board, but rather it considers oral and written evidence submitted by both parties who are also granted the right to call witnesses, cross examine and give closing arguments. It is upon this record that the Tribunal proceeds to make a reasoned decision.