The situation in the Conciliation Boards of the Ministry of Labor and Labor Development (Mitradel) in Panama is generating a wave of complaints from labor sectors. The lack of impartiality, delays, and apparent preference for companies over workers' rights have led to significant criticisms.
Víctor Collado, legal advisor for the National Council of Organized Workers (Conato), has raised concerns about the lack of resources and personnel in the Conciliation Boards. This lack of means contributes to an inefficient and disorganized environment, resulting in considerable delays in handling cases, harming both workers and companies.
Labor lawyer Martín González has pointed out that recent appointments of coordinators without experience in Labor Law represent an obstacle to impartial and efficient justice administration. González believes these appointments are more about political interests than professional merits, creating a perception of bias in favor of companies.
The recent resignation of the director of the Conciliation Boards, who stepped down to avoid compromising his professional career, has been seen as a reflection of instability within the system and the lack of autonomy in labor decision-making. This highlights the influence of political interests in the labor justice system, which worries experts and negatively affects workers who rely on impartial decisions to protect their rights.
