Labor Standards Act 結果共18筆

Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor enforces new regulations, adding public holidays like Labor Day. Employers must comply with leave and pay rules to protect workers’ rights.

Taiwan’s lawmakers passed a bill adding four national holidays, a win for labor groups. Concerns remain about potential future cuts. Observers watch for impacts on work-life balance.

Labor group in Taipei urge the government to reinstate national holidays and increase pensions. The Decent Work Law Amendment Alliance plans to discuss this next week.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor eases rules for minors’ part-time work, requiring consent from one guardian. This change aids single-parent families and addresses labor shortages.

Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming announced a new initiative to combat workplace bullying in Taiwan’s public sector. He introduced a whistleblower email and pledged to handle reports personally, aiming to improve managerial practices and address overtime concerns.

Young professionals in Taipei are reshaping workplace norms by prioritizing work-life balance. Experts highlight the importance of clear work hours and legal standards.

Typhoon Krathon led to a typhoon holiday in Taiwan, sparking debate over its impact on the economy. Critics cite losses, while officials stress safety.

Keelung will hold a recall election for Mayor George Hsieh on October 13, with the Central Election Commission designating the day as a holiday for eligible voters in government agencies, schools, businesses, and organizations within the election district.

Discover how Control Yuan member Chi Hui-jung criticizes the Ministry of Labor and New Taipei City Government for neglecting foreign fishermen’s rights, leading to unpaid leave and poor living conditions.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s labor insurance: Starting Aug. 20, the Bureau of Labor Insurance will distribute 15 subsidies, including the Labor Pension Annuity Insurance, with an average payout of NT$18,675. Learn more about eligibility and payout dates.

Taiwan’s new labor law amendment allows workers aged 65 and older to negotiate delaying retirement, aiming to keep seniors active in the workforce.

Legislative Yuan reviews changes to the Labor Standards Act that could affect retirement ages. Labor groups demand more autonomy for workers.

Discover how Taipei’s Department of Labor fined 80 companies NT$6.43 million for Labor Standards Act violations, including excessive work hours and underpayment. Learn about the major infractions and the call for employer compliance.

Taiwan’s election day has been designated as a day off under the Labor Standards Act to protect workers’ voting rights. On January 13th, the 16th Presidential and Vice Presidential elections, as well as the 11th Legislative Yuan elections, will be held. Employers are required to grant a day off with regular pay to workers who have voting rights and are scheduled to work on election day. The day off is a continuous 24-hour period from midnight to noon and cannot be exchanged for another working day. If workers are needed on election day, employers must obtain their agreement and not impede their right to vote.

Taiwan is preparing for its national elections on January 13, which has been declared a ＂holiday＂ under the Labor Standards Act. Employers are required to give workers with voting rights a day off and maintain their regular pay. If employers insist on having employees work on election day, they must provide double pay for attendance hours and cannot prevent workers from voting. The elections will determine the 16th President and Vice President of Taiwan, as well as the 11th Legislative Yuan. No additional leave is granted if the voting day falls on a worker’s regular day off. Violations of these regulations may result in fines ranging from NT$20,000 to NT$1 million, in addition to wage compensation. Workers whose rights are compromised can file complaints with the local labor administrative authority.

The New Power Party (NPP) has called for stricter regulations on minimum labor wages, proposing that manufacturers who violate laws should be banned from government procurement. The NPP emphasizes equal representation in decision-making, with a ＂1:1:1＂ ratio of labor, capital, and government-academic parties. They argue that adjustments to the minimum wage should not fall below the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) growth rate, linking wage increases to inflation and cost of living adjustments. NPP Chairwoman Claire Wang advocates for strict penalties, including adding violators to a government procurement blacklist. The NPP’s draft is inspired by France’s minimum wage laws, aiming to protect workers’ living standards in the face of rising costs.

Six factories of Advanced International Multitech Co., Ltd, the parent company of Launch Technologies Co., have been fined NT$680,000 for violating the Occupational Safety and Health Act. This comes after a tragic fire at a Launch Technologies factory in Pingtung resulted in over a hundred casualties.

More than 70 factory workers at Oceanic Beverages Co. Inc., the popular beverage Apple Sidra manufacturer, have lodged complaints against the company, claiming that their May salaries have not been paid. The employees, based at the Taoyuan factory, reported the non-payment to the Taoyuan City Government, prompting an investigation by the Taoyuan City Labor Inspection Division.