Definition of Wages

• Includes: Normal basic pay, shift allowances, fees, bonuses, commissions, and sometimes board & lodgings or service charges if part of payroll.
• Applies to: All workers, including those on work experience or internships, as the right to minimum wage can’t be waived. 

General Legal Definition of Wages

• Broad Scope: Covers all forms of remuneration: salary, basic pay, allowances, holiday pay, bonuses, fees, and other payments related to employment.
• Excludes (Sometimes): Pensions and specific reimbursable expenses for posted workers, though allowances for travel/board/lodging can be included depending on the law.