Labor & Workers' Rights

3+ hour, 19+ min ago   (196+ words) KUCHING, Oct 12: A total of RM650 million has been allocated for the Sarawak Basic Needs Assistance (SKAS) under the Sarawak Budget 2027, says Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. During the tabling of the Supply Bill (2027), 2026, or Sarawak…...

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2+ day, 23+ hour ago   (446+ words) The government plans to double home repair assistance for disaster victims to RM10,000 under Budget 2027 Updated 2 days ago · Published on 09 Oct 2026 5:22PM THE government will double assistance for repairing disaster-damaged homes to RM10,000 and allocate RM490 million to the Border Control and Protection Agency…...

9+ hour, 36+ min ago   (569+ words) The political backdrop was impossible to ignore as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim presented Budget 2027. With the next general elections (GE16) looming in a matter of months, most observers expected a flashier, election-winning plan aimed squarely at capturing votes highlighting the gains…...

9+ hour, 45+ min ago   (26+ words) The union representing more than 900 Duquesne Light workers held a vote to ratify a new five-year labor agreement on Sunday, ending an 11-day strike that......

10+ hour, 49+ min ago   (1049+ words) I request space in your publication to address what I consider a deeply troubling takeover of WIFOL union leadership. In my view, the circumstances raise serious questions about democratic procedures, membership eligibility, financial accountability, and respect for the union’s constitution…...

17+ hour, 30+ min ago   (544+ words) Enterprise minister Peter Burke said the 2029 living age timeline had been 'annulled' and said that he would be 'grateful' if the Low Pay Commission would take “due cognisance” of this. Picture: Brian Lawless A move by the Government to abandon…...

19+ hour, 54+ min ago   (402+ words) Champion mountain bikers Gee and Rachel Atherton left "heartbroken" and "devastated" by factory fire. Andy Burnham has faced criticism for comments he made in the wake of Manchester City being found guilty of all charges related to breaches of the…...

16+ hour, 35+ min ago   (217+ words) The largest state employee union in California state workers strike has announced a one-day strike scheduled for the 21st. If realized, this would mark the union’s first statewide strike in history, potentially causing disruptions in administrative services such as the Department…...

18+ hour, 35+ min ago   (259+ words) KUALA TERENGGANU: The 2027 Budget, totalling RM510 billion, must be assessed based on the tangible benefits it delivers to the people, particularly in raising incomes, creating quality jobs and easing the cost of living. Terengganu Menteri Besar and Kemaman member of parliament…...