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Social, labour issues that dominated news in 2023
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 31/12/2023
» Making a top-five list of the most pressing labour and social issues of the year is no mean feat given that so much has taken place. That said, the Bangkok Post has summarised a handful of the most remarkable stories of 2023 for your reading pleasure.
Loan scheme mulled for SSO members
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 24/12/2022
» The Labour Ministry is considering a housing loan programme for Social Security Fund subscribers after filling its quota for the refinancing scheme within one day.
Public split on pension payout
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 17/05/2022
» The cabinet's decision to approve a Labour Ministry amendment on May 10, which would allow subscribers of the Social Security Fund (SSF) to get a partial advance on their pension and use their pension as collateral for loans, has been met with both cheers and concern.
Cabinet frets over early pension plan
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 11/05/2022
» Cabinet ministers voiced their concerns that a legal amendment being pursued could destabilise the Social Security Fund (SSF).
Migrants set up loan fund
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 06/05/2021
» A number of migrant workers in Mae Sot district of Tak have pooled their money into a fund set up to offer interest-free loans to their fellow migrants who are in need of money to pay their rent and buy food and other necessities while unemployed.
SSO asked to give worker loans
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 19/09/2020
» Labour activists have proposed that the Social Security Office (SSO) use profits from the kingdom's welfare scheme to provide quick loans to workers affected by Covid-19's economic impact.
Labour rights advocates call for debt relief
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 30/03/2020
» Labour rights advocates have called for a debt moratorium at financial institutions as another state measure to relieve the economic impact on informal workers caused by anti-Covid-19 measures.
Labour minister: Minimum wage will rise gradually
Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 17/07/2019
» The minimum wage will rise gradually, with increases awarded in those industries able to absorb them, Labour Minister MR Chatumongol Sonakul said on Wednesday.
Fairer debt collection fees urged
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 10/10/2018
» Consumer rights advocates have urged the government to roll out rules for fair debt collection fees, saying some are still resorting to unscrupulous tactics.
Never-never (be alone) land
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 14/04/2018
» Unlike other urban areas where people commonly live alone and the elderly stay indoors, the Rung Manee Pattana community in Bangkok's Wang Thonglang district is serving as a role model for the social activities and healthcare services it offers to senior citizens.