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Employee security improved

May 01, 2017

Employment and earnings have grown since the implementation of the Statutory Minimum Wage.

 

In response to today's Labour Day processions, the Government said it examines and improves employees’ benefits according to Hong Kong’s socio-economic development, taking into account both employee interests and employer affordability.

 

Since the implementation of the Statutory Minimum Wage on Labour Day, 2011, the employment market has remained stable and the earnings of low-income workers have continued to improve, the Government said.

 

Total employment has since grown by 280,000.

 

The Statutory Minimum Wage rate was raised to $34.50 per hour today.

 

The Government said it is following up on several issues of concern to labour organisations, including forming a working hours policy direction and finalising a proposal on progressively abolishing the MPF offsetting arrangement within its current term.

 

Occupational safety is also high on the Government’s agenda, in light of a recent spate of fatal work accidents.

 

The Labour Department has stepped up inspection and enforcement efforts and has reinforced publicity and education on the issue.



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