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Gig Workers Bill 2025

Kesuma kicks off nationwide tour to detail Gig Workers Bill 2025

Kesuma said its consultations include meetings with Kuala Lumpur's musicians, filmmakers, and e-hailing drivers to detail the benefits of the legislation once it's enacted

Gig workers are modern-day heroes driving Malaysia’s economy: Steven Sim

Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong engaged with more than 1,500 p-hailing riders in Permatang Pauh, assuring them that the new Gig Workers Bill will safeguard their rights and formally recognise their contribution to the economy

‘I will support you brother, but defer the Bill’: Machang MP

Wan Ahmad Fayshal commits support to Steven Sim on Gig Workers Bill on condition it is not rushed and deferred to Select Committee

Suhakam warns Gig Workers Bill risks falling short without wider consultation

The rights body welcomes the Bill’s intent but urges Parliament to refine it through a Select Committee to ensure real protections for gig workers

Gig Workers Bill 2025: a rush to regulate, but are all sectors ready? -Rocky Bru

As Malaysia's proposed Gig Workers Bill aims to protect gig economy workers, concerns about its potential impact on smaller businesses and media outlets raise questions If the Bill is flexible enough to accommodate the diverse needs of all sectors involved

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal