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Labour group favours B492 minimum wage over handout
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 12/11/2023
» A workers' representative has reiterated a demand for a 492-baht flat rate minimum wage nationwide to increase purchasing power, calling it a more sustainable approach than a one-time cash handout.
Workers call for end to short-term contracts
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 08/10/2023
» About 600 workers demanded the government to end what they call unfair employment conditions and promote job security during a rally to mark World Day for Decent Work on Saturday.
Workers need more than hard hats
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 13/05/2019
» Twenty-six years have passed since a tragic fire broke out at a doll factory in Nakhom Pathom killing almost 200 workers. The accident, which is now known as the "Kader Toy Factory Inferno", is still remembered by many factory workers as one of the country's worst workplace accidents.
New options for getting ahead
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 18/06/2018
» Low-income earners seeking to enhance their skills and earnings potential now have a new resource.
Vendor ban sees city lose flavour
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 07/05/2018
» Thailand has been recognised as a global capital for street food over the past few years, with the food stalls scattered here, there and everywhere, on the pavements and by the roadside, considered part of the city's charm.
Stagnant fishing game reels in new crew
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 09/01/2017
» A hardy band of aspiring fishermen have joined a pilot project to recruit Thai crews in a bid to counter the negative image of the fishing industry.
Meagre wage rise enrages labour groups
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 30/12/2016
» Academics have pointed out the negative long-term impact of the latest minimum daily wage adjustment due to take effect next month, while labour groups vented frustration over the lower-than-expected new rates.
Workers seek review of minimum wage decision
Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 26/10/2016
» Workers led by the Thai Labour Solidarity Committee (TLSC) have submitted a letter to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha seeking a review of the Central Wage Committee's decision on the daily minimum wage for next year.
Small minimum wage increases
Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 19/10/2016
» The Central Wage Committee has agreed to an increase in the daily minimum wage of 5 to 10 baht in 69 provinces and retain the 300-baht minimum wage in eight provinces, from Jan 1, permanent secretary for labour Puntrik Smiti said.
Officials hail fight to stop illegal fishing
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 17/07/2016
» The Command Centre for Combating Illegal Fishing expects to hear "good news" next year about the outcome of its fight to clean up Thailand's fishing industry.