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August 30, 2023

SOALAN-SOALAN LAZIM (FAQ) BERHUBUNG AKTA KERJA 1955 (PINDAAN) 2022

A. UMUM 1. Apakah objektif utama pindaan Akta Kerja 1955? Objektif utama pindaan Akta Kerja 1955 adalah untuk : meningkatkan dan menambah baik perlindungan dan kebajikan golongan pekerja di negara ini; memastikan peruntukan undang-undang perburuhan di negara ini selari dengan standard antarabangsa yang digariskan oleh Pertubuhan Buruh Antarabangsa; dan memudahkan Malaysia merundingkan perjanjian-perjanjian perdagangan yang pada ketika ini kerap memasukkan […]

August 23, 2023

Public Holidays in Malaysia

How many Public Holidays do we have in Malaysia? National Level Public Holiday In Malaysia, we have two types of public holidays, those at national and state levels. National holidays are the below mentioned public holidays, normally observed by most governmental and private organizations: State Level Public Holiday State holidays are normally observed by certain states in Malaysia or when […]

August 13, 2023

Potential Public Holiday Alert: Implications for Employers

The prospect of an additional public holiday is always a cause for excitement. The Government of Selangor state has hinted at the possibility of declaring a public holiday on 14 August 2023 (Monday) if the Selangor Government emerges victorious in the upcoming election. However, the application of this potential holiday is contingent upon various factors, including the policies and agreements […]

July 17, 2023

Payroll Guide: Payroll Process and Compliance in Malaysia

Managing payroll is a crucial aspect of running a business in Malaysia. It involves accurately calculating employee salaries, complying with legal requirements, and ensuring timely contributions to various statutory bodies. To help businesses navigate the complexities of payroll processing and compliance, this article provides a comprehensive guide to the payroll process and regulatory landscape in Malaysia. 1. Registering with Relevant […]

June 12, 2023

Can Employer Deduct Employee’s Salary?

The Employment Act 1955 has been expanded as of January 1, 2023, extending its provisions on salary deductions to apply to all employees, not just those earning RM 2,000 and below. According to Section 24 of the Act, employers are generally not allowed to deduct employees’ salaries unless authorized under the Act. Generally, there are 3 categories of permissible deductions: […]

March 14, 2023

Employment Act 1955 (Amendment 2022) Comes into Force on 1 January 2023

Enforcement of the amendments to Malaysia’s Employment Act 1955 [Act 265] will begin on 1 January 2023, instead of 1 September 2022 as initially planned. The purpose of the amendment is to increase and expand the protection and welfare of all private sector employees in Peninsular Malaysia including Federal Territory of Labuan, irrespective of wages. Some of the key changes […]

May 1, 2022

What is the minimum wage in Malaysia?

What is the definition of minimum wages? Minimum wages is basic wages, excluding any allowances or other payments. What is the difference between ‘wages’ and ‘minimum wages’? ‘Wages’ and ‘Minimum Wages’ are described under section 2 of National Wages Consultative Council Act 2011. The ‘wages’ has similar meaning to ‘wages’ in section 2 the Employment Act 1955 or Sabah Labour […]

April 4, 2019

Employee Relations – Disciplinary Issues

When disciplinary action is applied by the employer? Disciplinary action is applied by the employer under either of the following conditions: When the employee disobeys rules set by the employer, or his/her behavior is unbecoming i.e. he/she performs a misconduct; andWhen an employee does not perform to acceptable standards. What are the examples of acts that will be taken as […]

April 4, 2019

Employee Termination: Understanding the Process and Different Types

Employee termination is a significant and sometimes sensitive aspect of the employer-employee relationship. It refers to the formal end of an individual’s employment within an organization, whether initiated by the employer or the employee. Termination can occur for various reasons, ranging from poor performance and misconduct to changes in business needs or individual life circumstances. This article provides an in-depth […]

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