The anti-graft agency says it has found sufficient evidence to prosecute individuals, companies and agents accused of submitting fraudulent employment incentive claims worth about RM9 million, while also moving to strengthen PERKESO's governance to prevent future abuse
Human Resource Minister Datuk Seri Ramanan Ramakrishnan says Malaysians may now choose to contribute to the Lindung 24 Jam Scheme, while foreign workers remain bound by law to participate
Perdana Menteri telah membangkitkan maklum balas yang diterima berhubung pelaksanaan caruman sebanyak 0.75% bagi Lindung 24 Jam dan Jemaah Menteri hari ini memutuskan bahawa caruman tersebut tidak lagi bersifat mandatori
Lindung 24 jam memberi jaminan keselamatan kepada pekerja dan keluarga sekiranya berlaku perkara tidak diingini seperti kemalangan, hilang upaya atau kehilangan sumber pendapatan
Ramanan said such comprehensive protection is crucial, as accidents and unforeseen incidents can occur at any time, regardless of when or where they happen, as demonstrated by several of the early cases received under the scheme
While concerns over drug-laced vapes grow, a blanket ban could backfire by wiping out businesses, threatening jobs, pushing trade underground amid weak enforcement and open tank loopholes
