PERKESO urges locals to stay with Lindung 24 Jam despite shift to optional contributions
PERKESO has announced that contributions to the Lindung 24 Jam insurance scheme will become optional for local workers starting July 13. Officials are urging employees to maintain their coverage, citing the scheme's effectiveness in providing financial support for non-work-related accidents.
Why it matters
This policy shift impacts the social safety net for local workers and raises questions about the long-term financial sustainability of the PERKESO insurance fund.
KUALA LUMPUR: Contributions to the PERKESO Lindung 24 Jam scheme will be optional for local workers starting Monday (July 13), following a Cabinet decision and directives from the Human Resources Minister.
The article presents the policy change and the organization's perspective on why workers should remain enrolled.
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