Inequalities in the labour market: A legal perspective on causes and solutions

Abstract

The efficient functioning of the labour market is impossible without ensuring equal opportunities for all agents involved in the system of labour and economic relations. It is especially important to study the role of the state in this process as the main regulator of social relations. The purpose of this study was to analyse the possibilities of preventing inequality in the labour market with the help of legal instruments, in particular legislation. The main research methods used were analysis, modelling and forecasting. The study examined the dynamics and global trends of labour market inequality, emphasising the changes resulting from globalisation and liberalisation. It also assessed the impact of migration on employment, particularly in view of the movement of people from war-torn regions. To describe the current trends, supply and demand in the current labour market were studied. The legislation of North Macedonia was assessed in the context of combating inequality and discrimination in the labour market. It is concluded that, despite the existence of a certain set of laws and acts, there are still problems related primarily to gender discrimination. Certain recommendations are offered to improve the situation both in the legal framework and in some other areas: economic, social, and cultural. It was concluded that the use of a comprehensive policy, the key approaches to which were proposed in this study, would achieve significantly better results in terms of ensuring equality in the labour market in North Macedonia. The findings can be used to improve public policies and legislation to combat labour market inequality in North Macedonia. In addition, the information described can also be used by entrepreneurs to create long-term development strategies