Unions excited over expanded worker protection under Socso


PETALING JAYA: Union groups are calling for the immediate implementation of a new non-occupational accident scheme that extends social protection beyond working hours.

Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) president Mohd Effendy Abdul Ghani said that the government’s intention to introduce the new social protection plan was a proactive measure in protecting workers’ rights outside their working hours.

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