Governance

Byelaws relating to the employment of children

Publication date
15 October 2026

What the byelaws are

These byelaws set out what type of employment is permitted for children who are not above school age and what permits are required.

It covers:

  • Interpretation and extent 
  • Prohibited employment
  • Permitted employment of children aged 14 and over 
  • Permitted employment of children aged 13 
  • Employment before school 
  • Additional conditions 
  • Notification of employment and employment permits 
  • Street trading
  • Revocation