Details pertaining to coverage following the 1 January 2023 amendments, eligibility under each amendment, and more.

With amendments to Malaysia's Employment Act now in force effective 1 January 2023, the Department of Labor Peninsular Malaysia (JTKSM) has shared a series of frequently asked questions (FAQs) employers and employees may have on these amendments made.

The questions, pertaining to coverage, specific eligibility under each amendment, and more, are shared below.

General questions

Q What is the main objective of the amendment to the Employment Act 1955?

The main objective of the amendment of the 1955 Employment Act is to :

1. increase and improve the protection and welfare of workers in this country;
2. ensure that the provisions of labour laws in this country are in line with international standards outlined by the International Labor Organization, and
3. make it easier for Malaysia to negotiate trade agreements which at this point often include clauses regarding minimum labour standards as one of the terms of the agreement that must be adhered to.

Q What is the main essence of the amendments?

The main essence of the amendments to the 1955 Employment Act is as follows:

1. Expansion of the coverage of the act to all employees regardless of the salary limit;
2. Increase in maternity leave from 60 days to 98 days;
3. Grant of paternity leave for seven days;
4. Reduction of working hours to 45 hours a week;
5. Isolation of hospitalisation sick leave;
6. Ease of flexible work arrangements;...

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