KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) is seeking labour reforms. Among them are RM300 cost of living allowance, housing allowances as well as 30 days paid leave for Muslim workers to perform the haj. MTUC secretary-general J. Solomon said labour laws in Malaysia have become archaic since most of these were introduced in the 50s and 60s. "A cost of living allowance of RM300 per month and termination benefits shall be a minimum of two months for every year of service irrespective of the number of years of service. Solomon added that the Employment Act 1955, Industrial Relations Act 1967 and Trade Union Act 1959 need to be reviewed.

Source: The Star June 09, 2019 07:52 UTC