KUALA LUMPUR: The government has consulted over 3,000 stakeholders in drafting the Gig Workers Bill, says Steven Sim, ahead of the bill’s tabling in the upcoming parliament sitting.
The Human Resources Minister said the draft has been completed after research, consultation and town halls involving concerned parties.
“For the gig workers, the government is listening to your concerns.
“The government has finally completed drafting the Bill,” he said in his speech at the Labour Day 2025 Carnival in Axiata Arena Bukit Jalil here on Thursday (May 1).
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Sim urged the efforts to be supported by all parties to uphold the welfare of the gig workers.
“I call on everyone to not halt the government’s efforts in ensuring the welfare of the workers,” he added.
He also said that the Bill is expected to be tabled in the upcoming sitting.
