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The Star
13-05-2025
- Health
- The Star
45-hour work week delayed
PUTRAJAYA: The interim moratorium on the implementation of a 45-hour work week for nurses in government hospitals has been extended by another month, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. He said the extension was to enable the ministry to examine and understand various aspects of healthcare workers, especially welfare issues, before recommendations are presented to the Cabinet on July 1. 'The process is now in its final stage, and engagements have been held several times. But as I said before, I will not decide without a thorough understanding of the nursing programme and related matters. 'Going from here, it is for me to conclude, but what is important is to consider all factors so that whatever decision is made will be truly fair,' he told a press conference. Dzulkefly was reported to have said that the Public Service Department had approved an interim period of three months, from Dec 1, 2024, to Feb 28, 2025, to prepare for the implementation of a 45-hour work week at the Health Ministry. On Nov 21 last year, Dzulkefly said that the change in shift work hours for nurses was appropriate, subject to the Public Service Remuneration System that was implemented on Dec 1, 2024. He said the 45-hour work week was essentially reduced by one hour compared to 46 hours as provided under General Orders.
The Sun
13-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Moratorium on 45-hour work week for nurses extended
PUTRAJAYA: The interim moratorium on the implementation of a 45-hour work week for nurses has been extended by another month, Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said today. He said the extension was to enable the ministry to examine and understand various aspects of healthcare workers, especially welfare issues, before recommendations are presented to the Cabinet on July 1. 'The process is now in its final stage, and engagements have been held several times. But as I said before, I will not decide without a thorough understanding of the nursing programme and related matters. 'Going from here, it is for me to conclude, but what is important is to consider all factors so that whatever decision is made will be truly fair,' he told a press conference after attending the national-level Midwife Day and Nurses Day 2025 celebration, here. Dzulkefly has been reported to have said that the Public Service Department had approved an interim period of three months, from Dec 1, 2024, to Feb 28, 2025, to prepare for the implementation of a 45-hour work week at the Ministry of Health. On Nov 21 last year, Dzulkefly said that the change in shift work hours for nurses was appropriate, subject to the Public Service Remuneration System that was implemented on Dec 1, 2024. He said the 45-hour work week set through the system was essentially reduced by one hour compared to 46 hours a week as provided under the General Orders. Asked about the issue of nurses' allowances that had been raised by the Malayan Nurses Union (MNU), he said the matter was still under discussion at the ministry level. 'I have directed that this matter be examined, and it will take some time because it is still at the discussion stage,' he said. On March 9, the MNU sought a government review of all nurses' allowances, including the RM1,000 per month regional allowance for those serving outside their home state.
Barnama
13-05-2025
- Health
- Barnama
Moratorium On 45-hour Work Week For Nurses Extended
PUTRAJAYA, May 13 (Bernama) -- The interim moratorium on the implementation of a 45-hour work week for nurses has been extended by another month, Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said today. He said the extension was to enable the ministry to examine and understand various aspects of healthcare workers, especially welfare issues, before recommendations are presented to the Cabinet on July 1. 'The process is now in its final stage, and engagements have been held several times. But as I said before, I will not decide without a thorough understanding of the nursing programme and related matters. 'Going from here, it is for me to conclude, but what is important is to consider all factors so that whatever decision is made will be truly fair,' he told a press conference after attending the national-level Midwife Day and Nurses Day 2025 celebration, here. Dzulkefly has been reported to have said that the Public Service Department had approved an interim period of three months, from Dec 1, 2024, to Feb 28, 2025, to prepare for the implementation of a 45-hour work week at the Ministry of Health. On Nov 21 last year, Dzulkefly said that the change in shift work hours for nurses was appropriate, subject to the Public Service Remuneration System that was implemented on Dec 1, 2024. He said the 45-hour work week set through the system was essentially reduced by one hour compared to 46 hours a week as provided under the General Orders. Asked about the issue of nurses' allowances that had been raised by the Malayan Nurses Union (MNU), he said the matter was still under discussion at the ministry level. "I have directed that this matter be examined, and it will take some time because it is still at the discussion stage," he said.
Rakyat Post
30-04-2025
- Politics
- Rakyat Post
KPM Staff Behind Jalur Gemilang Error In SPM Report Identified
Subscribe to our FREE Chief secretary to the government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar said the government has Shamsul said action is being taken through the Education Ministry and the Public Service Department's (JPA) disciplinary boards. The officer below Grade 48 will be handled by the Education Ministry while the one above Grade 48 will be dealt with by JPA. Shamsul added that any action will be taken under the General Orders and the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993. Previously, the AI-generated illustration of the Jalur Gemilang showed the flag incorrectly on two pages of the national SPM report. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek urged for READ MORE: This mistake came after two Chinese newspapers, Sin Chew and Kwong Wah Yit Poh, made similar blunders of the national flag. Not long after, Singapore Lactation Bakes (SLB) also displayed the erroneous Jalur Gemilang at the TCE Baby Expo in Mid Valley. READ MORE: Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Malay Mail
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Govt officers responsible for Jalur Gemilang gaffe in SPM report identified, action to be taken, says Shamsul Azri
PUTRAJAYA, April 29 — The government has identified the officers responsible for the erroneous depiction of the Jalur Gemilang in the recent Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) Examination Results Analysis Report, said Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar. He said an investigation is under way and action will be taken in accordance with the Public Services Department (JPA) Disciplinary Board procedures. 'All those involved have been identified. There are two groups: officers in Grade 48 and below, and those above (Grade 12),' he said. 'Officers below Grade 48 will be dealt with by the Ministry of Education, while those above will face action by JPA,' he told reporters after officiating the closing of the South-east Asia Anti-Corruption Conference here today. Shamsul Azri added that any action taken will be based on regulations under the General Orders and the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993. Earlier, Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said an internal investigation is ongoing into the erroneous display of the Jalur Gemilang in the SPM analysis report. She urged all parties to allow space for the investigation to proceed. Previously, several AI-generated images featured on pages 14 and 15 of the analysis report showed incorrect versions of the Malaysian flag. Following the incident, the Ministry of Education issued an apology and ordered all printed copies of the report to be returned, with corrections currently being made. — Bernama
