In pictures: Domestic workers fight for their rights

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Domestic Workers Union along with five other unions held a protest campaign in front of the Labour Department in Narahenpita today (2) demanding that they also be allowed to enjoy similar benefits other workers get.

These demands include EPF/ETF, working hours/holidays and leave entitlement, health facilities and that they be placed under Wages Board.

They also demanded justice to Hishalini’s death.

(Pix and video by M A Pushpakumara)

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