Socso told to find ways to provide freelancers with safety net


Human Resources Minister M. Saravanan says given the Covid-19 blow to the economy, some Malaysians are ready to take on 3D jobs. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, June 2, 2020.

THE Human Resources Ministry has directed the Social Security Organisation (Socso) to find ways to protect freelancers in the event of unfavourable conditions.

Minister M. Saravanan said flexible employment, such as online businesses and food delivery, has become a trend, especially among the younger generation, in today’s gig economy.


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