Sim: Gig law will protect workers without hitting businesses


KUALA LUMPUR: The Gig Workers Act, which seeks to protect these workers on matters such as contracts and earnings, will not drive up costs for businesses or fuel inflation, says Human Resources Minister Steven Sim (pic).

“Over 10 years of data shows no clear link between minimum wage increases and inflation. In fact, better pay leads to higher productivity,” he said.

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