Bangkok, May 1- Minister Suchart opens the National Labor Day 2023, receives 7 demands, reiterates the Ministry of Labor. Aiming to raise the potential Developing the quality of life of workers in every dimension
The Minister of Labor presided over the opening of the National Labor Day event on May 1, 2023 at the city square, Bangkok City Hall. Ready to accept all 7 demands on Labor Day, reiterating the Ministry of Labor’s determination to encourage workers to have jobs The workforce has been developed to have high potential in all dimensions in line with the changing direction of the country’s development.
On May 1, 2023, Mr. Suchat Chomklin, Minister of Labor presided over the opening ceremony of the National Labor Day 2023, with Mr. Bunchob Suttamanatwong, Permanent Secretary of Labor, Mr. Chinchot Sangsang, Chairman of the National Labor Day Organizing Committee 2023, senior executives of the Ministry of Labor, labor leaders and laborer brothers welcome which in the past morning The Permanent Secretary of Labor presided over the morning merit-making ceremony on Labor Day for 9 monks, with Somdet Phra Maha Ratchamongkhon Muni. (Chao Khun Thongchai) Wat Traimit Wittayaram Worawihan Presiding over the clergy at the ground floor Ministry of Labor Building in part of the movement of the procession in honor of His Majesty the King The procession of executives and officials from the Ministry of Labor and the procession of laborers This year, a procession was set up at Makkhawan Rangsan Bridge. and moved to the square of the city Bangkok City Hall
Mr. Suchart revealed that the Ministry of Labor recognizes the importance of labor brothers and sisters. which is regarded as an important cog in driving the country’s economic and social development to progress, modernity, and comparable to other countries Both in the industrial sector, the agricultural sector and the service sector. In the past, Thailand has experienced problems with the spread of the COVID-19 disease, the government has taken measures to reduce the cost of living. and increase the income for laborers Through various important projects such as the Section 33 We Love each other project, the employer remedial project Implementation of the Factory Sandbox project in the area of the establishment Causing the factory not to shut down, resulting in the year 2021 exports expanding the highest in 11 years. The government thanks and appreciates all involved parties. Although the situation has improved. The government is still determined to take care of the brothers and sisters of the laborers. By having a resolution approving the extension of coverage for the insured by extending the maximum age from 60 to 65 years, giving the insured the right to section 33 and section 39 who meet the criteria are eligible to receive old age benefits Increase the daily minimum wage and adjust wage rates according to labor skill standards. By the Labor Protection Act (No. 8) B.E. able to communicate after working hours, however, the government is committed to encouraging workers to have employment The workforce has been developed to have high potential in all dimensions in line with the changing direction of the country’s development. Encourage workers to be thoroughly protected to be safe at work. Raise the level of social security so that workers get the most benefits. intensive improvement Amend the law to be in line with the context of the current situation and to accommodate future changes. leading to a sustainable good quality of life 2023, which will take effect on April 18, 2023, to allow employers and employees to clearly agree on working hours, rest days, and leave, giving employees the right to refuse communication after working hours. However, the government is committed to promoting provide workers with employment The workforce has been developed to have high potential in all dimensions in line with the changing direction of the country’s development. Encourage workers to be thoroughly protected to be safe at work. Raise the level of social security so that workers get the most benefits. intensive improvement Amend the law to be in line with the context of the current situation and to accommodate future changes. leading to a sustainable good quality of life
Mr. Suchart also said that the National Labor Day event this year The Organizing Committee of the National Labor Day has submitted 7 demands: 1) the government must adopt the International Labor Organization Convention; to set up a hedging fund “To guarantee” the work of employees. 3) for the government to reform. 4) Ask the government (Ministry of Labor) to establish a social security hospital. and establishing a labor bank for workers; Society Section 33 Including allowing state enterprise employees to receive a reduction in income tax from the compensation according to the rules as well as a reduction of the final income or a reduction of the severance pay that private employees receive upon termination of employment. which has filed a claim on the National Labor Day and the government is in the process of considering actions; 6) to increase security for employees. Ask the government to speed up the implementation of the National Pension Fund Act. be effective as soon as possible and 7) for the Minister of Labor Appointing a working group to follow up on demands on the National Labor Day of the year B.E. 2023 and arrange a follow-up meeting every 2 months. To present problems that affect the lives and needs of the workers It is believed that all 7 demands will be accelerated and followed up so that the laborer brothers and sisters will receive legal rights. To strengthen job security, guarantee and have a good quality of life in the future.
For activities on National Labor Day this year Departments under the Ministry of Labor also set up interesting exhibition booths such as labor exhibitions. labor counselor Provide knowledge about Thai workers going to work abroad and protection of job seekers. minimum wage Wages according to labor skill standards And educate about the protection of the insured under Section 33, Section 39 and Section 40. In addition, there are also activities such as showcasing handicrafts for those undergoing rehabilitation. Preliminary health check-up from hospitals in the Social Security Office network Activities for playing games, answering questions, giving out prizes, etc. .-Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency