Employers in Malaysia have been warned that they risk closure if staff are not allowed to self-quarantine while waiting for COVID-19 screening results.
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Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has scrapped the A$450 (US$354) a month threshold to pay mandatory super in the 2021 federal budget.
In an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 in Malaysia, the government has imposed a nationwide movement control order.
The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training has clarified that factories cannot force workers to be vaccinated in order for them to return to work.
DOLE has also ramped up the implementation of its programme to provide jobs for seasonal workers, those who are displaced, or underemployed.
Financial incentives are offered to businesses that implement work from home (WFH) schemes to lower the number of people who commute to work.
The Social Security Organisation (Socso) has announced plans to protect 200,000 active self-employed individuals by the end of this year.
SumTotal Systems' Morne Swart explains why being able to quickly figure out and develop new roles will be the key to a sustainable future for organisations.
Telstra’s Alex Badenoch, who will be speaking at HR Tech Fest Connect 2021, gives some tips on how organisations can make remote work a success.
The government’s Wage Subsidy Programme 1.0 (PSU 1.0) has approved wage subsidies of RM12.86 (US$3.12 billion) as of April 23.
The Cabinet gave in-principle approval for the fiscal stimulus measures, aimed to help the poor cope with the economic impact from the pandemic.
Workers who receive the COVID-19 vaccine will be entitled to two days off work, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Over the March quarter, employment rose by 15,000 in New Zealand, as the country continues to recover from the pandemic.
Anita Lettink, a keynote presenter at HR Tech Fest Connect 2021, gives some tips on defining organisations' post-pandemic approach to work.
Businesses in six Selangor districts will be allowed to have 30% of staff present in offices from May 6 till May 17 under the latest movement control order.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2021 will provide key insights into how organisations can more effectively manage their employees’ mental health and wellbeing.
The government’s subsidy programme has disbursed US$24 million to pregnant workers since its launch in January 2018.
Josh Bersin gives a sneak preview of what he will be presenting at HR Tech Fest Connect 2021, where he is giving the opening keynote address on May 27.
Firms should review operations and minimise the use of in-person manpower, limiting it to critical operations or activities required by law.
Larger businesses were twice as likely to have introduced remote working arrangements in response to COVID-19 as compared to smaller firms.
In an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19, employers need to reduce the number of staff in the office from the current 75% back to 50%.
Now is not the right time to review the minimum wage as this will add to costs of doing business, said the MEF president.
Organisations can build futureproof workforces by leaping forward in iterative ways and, strengthening the skills and capabilities that are critical for success.
The government is encouraging workers to relocate to less-populated areas of the country while still employed by businesses based in Tokyo.
A government spokesperson said that the new relief packages would be decided “carefully” to ensure that those who are impacted by the pandemic are covered.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2021 will examine how organisations can recruit and retain the best talent, in order to move successfully into a new era of work.
Chief Executive Carrie Lam has affirmed her commitment to create jobs, improve employee welfare and boost protection of workers’ interests.