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The Sun
24-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Weekly rest days for firefighters yet to be finalised
IPOH: The implementation of weekly rest days (HRM) for firefighters has not been finalised and requires further study, said Director-General of Public Service (KPPA) Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan Abdul Aziz. He said the Public Service Department (JPA) would hold discussions with the Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) to further examine the proposal. 'We have just received the proposal. Perhaps because the Fire and Rescue Department views it as a requirement, they were quick to announce it. 'Insya-Allah, we will examine it with the Fire and Rescue Department and also the KPKT. If there is a justification for the request, and there is a basis for us to assist, we will do so,' he told a press conference after a meeting with Perak state civil servants at the Perak Darul Ridzuan Building here today. It was reported that the implementation of the HRM for firefighters, initially scheduled for May 1, had been postponed. In another development, Wan Ahmad Dahlan said matters related to the implementation of the MySTEP scheme fell under the responsibility of the respective ministries. 'MySTEP is under the jurisdiction of the respective ministries. The Ministry of Finance grants approval, but the respective ministries will decide on it,' he said. Yesterday, the Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (CUEPACS) called on the government to reconsider its plan to implement the MySTEP employment scheme for Price Monitoring Officers under the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living. CUEPACS president Datuk Adnan Mat expressed strong opposition to the move, warning that the shift to the MySTEP scheme, which offers significantly lower wages than the current Contract for Service arrangement, would severely impact the quality of life for these officers. Meanwhile, Wan Ahmad Dahlan said that approximately 80 per cent of civil servants in Putrajaya were overweight and urged them to prioritise a healthy diet, alongside practising a healthy lifestyle through exercise and engaging in sports activities.
The Sun
24-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Firefighters' weekly rest day plan still under review
IPOH: The implementation of weekly rest days (HRM) for firefighters has not been finalised and requires further study, said Director-General of Public Service (KPPA) Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan Abdul Aziz. He said the Public Service Department (JPA) would hold discussions with the Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) to further examine the proposal. 'We have just received the proposal. Perhaps because the Fire and Rescue Department views it as a requirement, they were quick to announce it. 'Insya-Allah, we will examine it with the Fire and Rescue Department and also the KPKT. If there is a justification for the request, and there is a basis for us to assist, we will do so,' he told a press conference after a meeting with Perak state civil servants at the Perak Darul Ridzuan Building here today. It was reported that the implementation of the HRM for firefighters, initially scheduled for May 1, had been postponed. In another development, Wan Ahmad Dahlan said matters related to the implementation of the MySTEP scheme fell under the responsibility of the respective ministries. 'MySTEP is under the jurisdiction of the respective ministries. The Ministry of Finance grants approval, but the respective ministries will decide on it,' he said. Yesterday, the Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (CUEPACS) called on the government to reconsider its plan to implement the MySTEP employment scheme for Price Monitoring Officers under the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living. CUEPACS president Datuk Adnan Mat expressed strong opposition to the move, warning that the shift to the MySTEP scheme, which offers significantly lower wages than the current Contract for Service arrangement, would severely impact the quality of life for these officers. Meanwhile, Wan Ahmad Dahlan said that approximately 80 per cent of civil servants in Putrajaya were overweight and urged them to prioritise a healthy diet, alongside practising a healthy lifestyle through exercise and engaging in sports activities.
The Star
24-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Weekly rest days for firefighters yet to be finalised
IPOH: The implementation of weekly rest days for firefighters has not been finalised and requires further study, said Public Service director-general Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan Abdul Aziz. He said the Public Service Department would hold discussions with the Housing and Local Government Ministry to further examine the proposal. "We have just received the proposal. Perhaps because the Fire and Rescue Department views it as a requirement, they were quick to announce it. "We will examine it with the Fire and Rescue Department and also the Ministry. If there is a justification for the request, and there is a basis for us to assist, we will do so," he told a press conference after a meeting with Perak state civil servants at the Perak Darul Ridzuan Building here on Thursday (April 24). It was reported that the implementation of weekly rest days for firefighters, initially scheduled for May 1, had been postponed. Meanwhile, Wan Ahmad Dahlan said matters related to the implementation of the MyStep scheme fell under the responsibility of the respective ministries. "MyStep is under the jurisdiction of the respective ministries. The Finance Ministry grants approval, but the respective ministries will decide on it," he said. On Wednesday (April 23), the Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (Cuepacs) called on the government to reconsider its plan to implement the MyStep employment scheme for Price Monitoring Officers under the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry. Cuepacs president Datuk Adnan Mat expressed strong opposition to the move, warning that the shift to the MyStep scheme, which offers significantly lower wages than the current Contract for Service arrangement, would severely impact the quality of life for these officers. Wan Ahmad Dahlan said that approximately 80% of civil servants in Putrajaya were overweight and urged them to prioritise a healthy diet, alongside practising a healthy lifestyle through exercise and engaging in sports activities. – Bernama
Barnama
24-04-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Weekly Rest Days For Firefighters Yet To Be Finalised
IPOH, April 24 (Bernama) -- The implementation of weekly rest days (HRM) for firefighters has not been finalised and requires further study, said Director-General of Public Service (KPPA) Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan Abdul Aziz. He said the Public Service Department (JPA) would hold discussions with the Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) to further examine the proposal. 'We have just received the proposal. Perhaps because the Fire and Rescue Department views it as a requirement, they were quick to announce it. 'Insya-Allah, we will examine it with the Fire and Rescue Department and also the KPKT. If there is a justification for the request, and there is a basis for us to assist, we will do so,' he told a press conference after a meeting with Perak state civil servants at the Perak Darul Ridzuan Building here today. It was reported that the implementation of the HRM for firefighters, initially scheduled for May 1, had been postponed. In another development, Wan Ahmad Dahlan said matters related to the implementation of the MySTEP scheme fell under the responsibility of the respective ministries. 'MySTEP is under the jurisdiction of the respective ministries. The Ministry of Finance grants approval, but the respective ministries will decide on it,' he said. Yesterday, the Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (CUEPACS) called on the government to reconsider its plan to implement the MySTEP employment scheme for Price Monitoring Officers under the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living. CUEPACS president Datuk Adnan Mat expressed strong opposition to the move, warning that the shift to the MySTEP scheme, which offers significantly lower wages than the current Contract for Service arrangement, would severely impact the quality of life for these officers.
The Sun
23-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Call for govt to reconsider MySTEP employment scheme for price monitoring officers
KUALA TERENGGANU: The Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (CUEPACS) is calling on the government to reconsider its plan to implement the MySTEP employment scheme for Price Monitoring Officers (PPH) under the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN). CUEPACS president Datuk Adnan Mat expressed strong opposition to the move, warning that the shift to the MySTEP scheme, which offers significantly lower wages than the current Contract for Service (CFS) arrangement, would severely impact the quality of life for these officers. 'Many of these price monitors have served for over 18 years and have demonstrated unwavering commitment throughout their careers,' he said. 'They've built their lives around the existing CFS pay structure, which includes financial responsibilities and obligations. Reassigning them to MySTEP would deliver a harsh economic and social blow to nearly 18,000 workers,' he said when asked at the Syawal Ceria MADANI Aidilfitri celebration hosted by CUEPACS here today. Adnan said that the MySTEP scheme removes many of the welfare benefits currently enjoyed by officers under the CFS system. 'They will lose a lot of benefits, including paid leave, medical coverage, and contributions to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and the Social Security Organisation (Socso),' he said. In light of this, Adnan said CUEPACS is urging the government to consider offering permanent positions to the officers or, at the very least, upgrading their status to the more secure Contract of Service (COS) scheme. 'These officers have served with dedication for nearly two decades, playing a vital role in ensuring price stability across the country. It is only fair that their contributions be recognised with better job security and career prospects. 'CUEPACS would also like to stress that any change to the employment status of these PPH will have to prioritise their wellbeing, including in terms of job security, salary increment, perks and benefits, as well as EPF and Socso coverage,' he added.
