MELAKA: The Melaka government is studying a proposal to allow civil servants to work from home, in line with federal efforts to address the impact of global oil supply disruptions following the Middle East crisis.
State secretary Datuk Azhar Arshad said the review includes identifying suitable sectors to ensure government services remain unaffected and the public can continue dealing with departments and agencies without disruption.
"We welcome the proposal by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced on Thursday (March 26). This is not new, as it was implemented during the Covid-19 pandemic.
"However, we are still studying the matter and awaiting further details to ensure its implementation is effective, while promoting cost savings and safeguarding employee welfare," he told reporters after the "Kokenut Shake Dulu" talk show programme on Melaka FM here on Friday.
He added that the private sector is also encouraged to adopt the arrangement to achieve broader savings during the crisis.
Anwar said the government is refining flexible work arrangements, including work-from-home (WFH) for civil servants, to mitigate the impact of global oil supply disruptions due to the West Asia crisis
The measure will be implemented in phases and selectively, while the private sector is encouraged to adopt similar arrangements, as practised by some companies and banks.
In a related development, Azhar said there is no need for cloud seeding in Melaka as water levels at all major dams remain stable and sufficient.
However, he advised the public to use water prudently amid the prolonged hot weather expected until June.
"People are also advised to limit prolonged outdoor activities and stay hydrated to avoid heat-related illnesses such as heatstroke," he said.
Earlier, the Malaysian Meteorological Department said the current hot weather is expected to continue until the onset of the Southwest Monsoon in June, due to drier atmospheric conditions and lower rainfall. - Bernama
