Boost worker safety netTypically, the Labour Ministry is not a much sought-after portfolio among Thai politicians. When the cabinet is formed or reshuffled, labour seats are often given to newbies or MPs from smaller coalition parties. Indeed, the new labour minister has a chance to make a big splash and score right away by expediting the amendment of the Social Security Act 1990 which governs the Social Social Security Office (SSO). Both amended sections will help the Social Security Fund (SSF) to better manage its cash flow and avoid a financial drought. So, the new labour minister must move fast to fast-track this legislation to improve pension welfare and strengthen workers' social safety net.

Source: Bangkok Post August 15, 2020 00:33 UTC