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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]