NSW expands COVID-19 test and isolation programme
Unions have lauded the decision to provide payments to workers over 17 years of age if certain conditions are met.
Debate over vaccination should be driven by employee wellbeing
While the debate rages on in many countries if COVID-19 vaccination should be mandatory, all considerations should be people-driven.
Malaysia to focus on job and income recovery in 2022 budget
The 2022 budget will focus on job and income recovery and provide more targeted assistance to boost socio-economic resilience.
Cambodian unions call for 11.6% increase to minimum wage
Representatives of 17 national unions have agreed to ask for a US$22.20 increase to the minimum wage for textile, garment and footwear workers for 2022.
Where to from here – HR in the year ahead
Research from Sapient Insights Group highlights emerging trends on HR and workforce planning technology.
Maintaining organisational agility with a hybrid workforce
With the emergence of the hybrid workforce, organisations have more questions to answer than ever before when it comes to talent management
New Zealand temp staff unable to access wage subsidy scheme
The issue of recruitment agencies not being able to access governmental wage subsidies is being examined and discussed.
Singapore explores more pervasive use of COVID-19 tests at the workplace
Authorities are looking into the wider use of antigen rapid tests at the workplace and will be establishing further testing guidelines.
Cultivating a sense of belonging for organisational success
A new report by Achievers highlights why an effective and successful workforce starts with employees who feel that they belong.
Australian senate passes workplace sexual harassment bill
The Sex Discrimination and Fair Work (Respect at Work) Amendment Bill of 2021 protects all Australians from workplace sexual harassment.
No proof of vaccination during recruitment in Taiwan
The Workforce Development Agency (WDA) has stated that employers are not allowed to ask potential hires for proof of COVID vaccination.
Men earn 1.6 times higher wages than women in South Korea
The gender wage gap, which measures the rate of men’s average pay to that of women, measured 35.9% in 2020.
Aid for businesses take precedent over minimum wage: Taiwan minister
Taiwan is deliberating on the minimum wage for 2022, even as some businesses continue to struggle financially because of the pandemic.
Factory owners in Malaysia urged to set up workplace vaccination centres
Factory owners who employ foreign workers have been advised to set up their own vaccination centres (PPVs) at their work premises.
Some 70% of South Korean firms telework due to pandemic
A survey found that over 43% of companies did not see their level of productivity affected by remote work.
Singapore redoubles efforts to support lower-wage workers
The Progressive Wage Model will be expanded to new sectors such as retail, food services and waste management.
Driving human experience by adopting a skills-first approach
With people at the heart of any organisation, upskilling and reskilling will be key in creating a motivated workforce.
Singapore’s fair employment guidelines to become law
The current guidelines on anti-discrimination at workplaces will be “enshrined” into law, giving the fair employment watchdog more teeth.
Singapore supports low-wage workers, extends COVID-19 tests aid
Singapore will ramp up the funding of a scheme that helps local workers whose earnings are in the bottom 20%, receiving not more than S$2,300 a month.
More Japanese public servants take up paternity leave
Some 97.2% of the male national public servants whose children were born between July 2020 and March 2021 took paternity leave for at least a month.
New contracts in New Zealand can include vaccination requirement
Workplace relations minister has confirmed that COVID-19 vaccination requirements can be written into new employment agreements.
37% of 24,042 companies in Japan breached overtime laws
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare found that 37% of 24,042 businesses investigated have violated overtime laws.
Get back to growth: Bridging the skills gap
ADP discusses how HR can take the lead in designing a new world of work with a multigenerational workforce.
How companies can lead the change to reinvent the HR experience
SAP SuccessFactors’ HR Connect SEA 2021 highlighted how the role of HR is evolving as a hybrid workforce continues to emerge.
Bill to protect freelancers in the Philippines fast tracked for approval
Senator Joel Villanueva is pushing for a quick approval of a bill to protect freelancers against abuse and exploitation.
Why the future of HR is putting people first
Jon Ingham, Director of the Strategic HR Academy, highlights the importance of HR adopting a people-centric approach, with a clear focus on employees.
Some 90% of Japanese firms struggle with remote work
A survey revealed that many companies found a lack of communication among employees a barrier to remote work, among other challenges.
Thailand launches “Factory Sandbox” to protect 3 million jobs
The pilot programme aims to limit COVID-related disruptions to the country’s export-driven manufacturing sector.
Well-being: The holistic challenge (and opportunity) for APAC employers
Adrian Seligman, Chief Commercial Officer of Top Employers Institute, discusses how organisations in Asia can improve employee well-being.
Victoria awards public sector staff COVID-19 vaccination leave
The leave covers full-time, part-time, long-term staff and regular casuals at public entities, and grants workers half a day off to get their jabs.