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New daily wage proposal on hold pending further study
Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 13/03/2019
» An expected decision to increase daily minimum wage levels has been deferred, with the tripartite committee saying it needs more information.
Daily wages tipped for boost
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 21/02/2019
» Provincial sub-committees given the task of adjusting minimum daily wage rates have proposed annual raises of between two to 10 baht this year, said permanent secretary for the Labour Ministry Jarin Jakkaphark Wednesday.
Career barrier too far for Thai women
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 18/01/2019
» Breezing through language proficiency tests, one of the requirements for Thai workers seeking employment in South Korea, is no guarantee that female applicants will have an easy time finding work in the North Asian country.
Top 5: Labouring through 2018
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 31/12/2018
» Making a list of the top five labour issues is a challenge, because a lot has been going on in the labour sector and the businesses they work for this year.
NLA passes bill to increase severance pay
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 14/12/2018
» The National Legislative Assembly (NLA) has passed an amendment to the labour protection law, giving workers laid off after 20 years of service the equivalent of 400 days of pay. The new rate is expected to come into force by January or early February next year.
Better severance pay for long-serving workers
Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 13/12/2018
» The National Legislative Assembly (NLA) has passed an amendment bill to the labour protection law, giving workers laid off after 20 years of service the equivalent of 400 days’ pay. The new rate is expected to be in force by January or early February next year.
Young grads most likely to not find jobs
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 27/10/2018
» Up to 370,000 Thais were unemployed in September, with new graduates in business administration making up the largest share. However, this has not led to unpleasant prospects in the labour market.
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.
Trans fats scare played down
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 26/07/2018
» Health advocates are trying to allay public concerns about artificial trans fats in foods and snacks, saying they are less commonly used in normal Thai diets.
Din Daeng gets new lease on life
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 16/07/2018
» Families in old Din Daeng flats are starting to move into their new homes in a 28-storey residential building in the community, with assurances that their well-being and safety are not under threat.