Foreigners at fast-food outlets can stay till permits expire


People queuing up at a mobile fast food outlet. - filepic

PUTRAJAYA: Foreign workers already employed at fast-food outlets may continue in their jobs until the expiry of their work permit, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

The ministry however, will not renew those permits or issue new ones for foreigners wanting to work at these restaurants.

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