Senior doctors’ arrest: MOH assures full cooperation to MACC
MOH noted the arrest of three doctors allegedly linked to a cartel falsifying Social Security Organisation (Perkeso) disability claims.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Employers given until May 31 to register, contribute to Perkeso
Employers who fail to register their companies and employees can be issued a compound of up to RM5,000 or charged in court.
Wed May 15 2024
Court orders employer to pay 91-month outstanding Perkeso contributions
The employer was also instructed to clear the entire arrears in six installments starting May 2024.
Thu Mar 21 2024
Salary deductions: Employers told to follow proper procedure
Steven Sim Chee Keong said an internal inquiry process must take place before imposing disciplinary action.
Thu Feb 22 2024
Socso confirms officer arrested by MACC
The Social Security Organisation (Socso) confirmed that one of its officers has been arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) under the Ops Hire 2.0 yesterday.
Fri May 19 2023
SOCSO to amend act to allocate childcare grants - Nancy
The Social Security Organisation (Socso) will amend the Employment Insurance System Act 2017 this year to provide the allocation of childcare grants to women who are returning to work
Mon May 15 2023
Budget 2023: RM6.7 billion for implementation of TVET initiatives
Tengku Zafrul said the allocation included RM180 million which provides loans for 12,000 trainees.
Fri Oct 07 2022
2023.Budget: Stimulate gig economy, protect p-hailing industry
In Malaysia, the gig economy sector is more associated with p-hailing riders, but there are many more jobs in the sector.
Wed Sep 28 2022
Legalising illegal migrants for workforce a 'stupid' idea - Saravanan
Saravanan said the best action is actually to deport the illegal immigrants so that there will be no issues involving the labour force.
Thu Jun 16 2022
SOCSO paid RM1.4 bln in compensation involving industrial accidents in 2021
The Social Security Organisation (SOCSO) has paid a total of RM1.4 billion in 2021 in compensation involving industrial accidents across all industries, which include local and foreign workers.
Tue Mar 29 2022
Melaka Socso paid RM18.83 million in benefits last year
The Melaka branch of the Social Security Organisation (Socso) paid out RM18.83 million in benefits last year, involving 7,479 cases.
Wed Jan 19 2022
Socso benefits involving RM 1.3 mln paid to food delivery riders nationwide
The Social Security Organisation (Socso) has so far paid RM1.3 million in compensation benefits for 764 accident cases involving food delivery riders nationwide.
Sun Jan 16 2022
Incentive of up to 80 per cent for contributors under Social Security Scheme for self-employed next year
The government is expected to provide incentives of up to 80 per cent to contributors of the Social Security Organisation (Socso) under the Social Security Scheme for the Self Employed next year.
Wed Nov 17 2021
Only 337,765 self-employed individuals contribute to SKSPS
The number of informal sector workers to contribute to the scheme were being intensified by SOCSO to ensure they were properly protected.
Fri Nov 12 2021
Socso disburses over RM18 billion to stabilise labour market during pandemic
Social Security Organisation (Socso) has successfully disbursed more than RM18 billion in wage subsidies, job search allowances and hiring incentives through seven stimulus packages as of today.
Mon Sep 06 2021
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024