Hard to find local workers


Indian Muslim restaurant operators in Johor have increased the minimum wage for workers. — Filepic

BUSINESSES and companies in Johor are having problems hiring locals despite offering to pay the RM1,500 minimum wage imposed by the government on May 1 this year.

Johor Baru Chinese Chamber of Commerce president Low Kueck Shin said most were seeking employment in Singapore.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.04/month

Billed as RM 9.04 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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