Effects of Temporary Contracts in Labour Law of Iran

Abstract

The Labour Law of Iran presents different
types of contracts from which employers and workers can
freely choose. However, approximately 80 % of work contracts
in Iran which are signed are Temporary Contracts. This shows
that the number of Temporary Contracts is more than the
international standard. Likewise, this issue has a devastating
effect on the job security and the life of workers. This research
intends to study the types of work contracts, especially
temporary work contracts, in the Labour Law of Iran.
Additionally, the author plans to analyse the effect of the
proliferation of temporary agreements on the rights of workers
in Iran and the consequences of such temporary agreements on
the lives of these workers. This article attempts to provide
appropriate solutions to reduce the number of Temporary
Contracts such as reforming the Labour Law of Iran.