Singapore MP proposes formalising labour laws to protect locals
Labour MP Patrick Tay has said the country needs more formal labour laws instead of mere advisories and guidelines to protect local workers.
Singapore firms urged to invest in local talent
Investing in local talent and equipping them with skills relevant to a changing economy will help workers thrive and address the tech skills shortage.
Drive learner engagement in a world of unknowns
Rosie Cairnes, Regional Vice-President, Skillsoft Asia Pacific, details how organisations can drive learner engagement during uncertainty.
Two Cents: Agility defines the future of L&D
Organisations are beginning to redefine the role L&D plays in their organisations and how it relates to organisational success.
New Zealand government approves improved Holidays Act
The revised Holidays Act will provide clarity to employers and help employees receive their leave entitlements.
6 key facts about the multigenerational workforce in 2021
Rachele Focardi explains why generational diversity and inclusion is quickly becoming the hottest item on the agendas of CEOs and CHROs.
L&D enters a new era of learning and employee development
Leading up to Learning Technologies Asia, RedThread Research shared how the role of L&D is being redefined in a new world of work.
How to bring about a successful digital transformation
A new CCL report examines digital leadership in Singapore and highlights the need for improved digital transformation management.
Workplace culture and empowerment in the new digital economy
Derick Teo, Director, Enterprise Go-Digital Solutions, BIPO, shares his observations and insights on why building an employee-first culture is critical.
#BetterMe by AXA helps organisations construct more resilient workforces
#BetterMe by AXA is designed to help build a healthier and more productive workforce.
Malaysia’s Yayasan Peneraju has certified over 36,000 bumiputeras
Yayasan Peneraju, an initiative to strengthen the capacity of bumiputeras (local Malays), has trained and certified over 36,000 bumiputeras since 2012.
Rethinking compensation for a new work environment
Organisations also need to update their indicators for the new normal, and make data-driven decisions to inform their HR strategy.
France relaxes rule to allow workers to eat within work premises
The government has relaxed its labour code that explicitly forbids workers “to have their meals inside work premises”.
Australian MP calls on six months parental leave for fathers
This would encourage fathers to share care of the child, causing less disruption and long-term impact to women’s careers, she says.
Philippine MSMEs cannot afford wage increase amid pandemic
Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) believes that raising daily wages by P100 (US$2.1) will likely result in more unemployment.
Indian employees can opt for four-day work week soon
Labour and employment secretary Apurva Chandra said the new labour codes would provide the flexibility of four working days in a week.
Singapore employers not looking to adjust pay despite new norm of WFH
Most employers are not considering adjusting their staff’s salary even as remote working has become a trend.
Some 300,000 Australians benefit from wage hike
This covers the country’s retail, fast food and warehouse workers, as well as those who work in aviation, arts and recreation, and tourism.
Taiwan protects working rights of middle-aged and senior workers
The Executive Yuan has passed a new Act to address the challenges of an ageing population and potential future labour shortages.
Top employers are reinventing the role of HR
Working with Asia-Pacific’s top organisations, Top Employers Institute is continuing to identify trends in HR strategies and workplace practices.
Employers in Singapore urged to adopt hybrid working arrangements
Multi-ministry COVID-19 taskforce co-chair and education minister Lawrence Wong has said a total work-from-home arrangement is “not doable”.
Investment in upskilling can boost GDP by US$6.5 trillion by 2030
Skills enhancement would ensure that workers have the experience and skills needed for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Majority of employees in Taiwan generally satisfied with jobs
A survey by the Ministry of Labour (MOL) found that 71.2% of workers were generally satisfied with their jobs, with 3.7% being dissatisfied.
Japan government revises paternity leave to promote time off
The government has been encouraging men to take paternity leave, but the practice is not common in Japan, which suffers from a declining birth rate.
How to design a digital-change experience that sticks
Organisations need to rethink change, embracing it with a digital mindset that will empower their employees to adapt.
Singapore maintains work-from-home as default option
Under current safe management measures, peak-hour travel on public transport in January has risen by 11%, compared to November 2020.
Teleworking rate in Japan remains low despite government urge
The proportion of teleworkers fell to 22% in mid-January, from 31.5 % in May 2020, when the country was under its first state of emergency.
Japanese politician proposes 4-day work week
Member of the Japan House of Councillors Kuniko Inoguchi is backing a bill that would give workers a four-day work week.
Hong Kong government plans to increase number of statutory holidays
Labour minister Law Chi-Kwong said the proposal to gradually increase the number of statutory holidays from 12 to 17 by 2030 is “most acceptable”.
Skills development key for SEA workers to move into new jobs
There are large potential returns to be reaped by businesses, stemming from productivity increases from fourth industrial revolution tech, says ADB.