In 2026, Thaipusam and Federal Territory Day fall on the same day. Learn how employers should treat replacement holidays, pay entitlements, and compliance requirements.

Key EPF and SOCSO updates for 2026 covering retirement savings, gig workers, 24-hour protection, and enhanced social security measures employers must communicate to employees.

A Malaysian Industrial Court case explains why probationary employees cannot be dismissed for poor performance without warnings, documentation, and a fair opportunity to improve.

A practical HR guide to Malaysian public holidays in 2026. Learn rules on rest days, replacements, overlaps, sudden holidays, and payment calculations for full compliance.

Workplace investigations protect fairness and credibility. Industrial Court cases show that proper inquiry supports dismissal, while rushed or weak processes can invalidate even strong evidence.

Court confirms expiry of a genuine fixed-term contract is not dismissal. Learn what makes it legally valid under Malaysian employment law.

When employee misconduct involves criminal elements like theft, fraud, or corruption, HR must decide whether to report it to authorities. Learn about legal reporting duties under Malaysia’s Penal Code, MACC Act, and AMLA 2001.

The Industrial Court ruled that dismissal for sleeping at work was disproportionate in a 2025 case involving Bank Islam Malaysia. Learn how proportionality, medical conditions, and fairness guide HR decisions on workplace misconduct.

The Industrial Court decided 119 unlawful dismissal cases in Q3 2025, awarding RM8.5 million to employees. Learn key trends, case outcomes, and proactive steps employers should take to manage IR risks.

As Kuala Lumpur prepares to host the ASEAN Summit in October 2025, the government has advised flexible work arrangements to ease congestion. Learn what private sector employers should consider and how to plan ahead.

In conjunction with World Mental Health Day 2025, we highlight the importance of everyday conversations that shape workplace well-being. This guide offers practical examples of how HR and managers can respond with empathy and awareness during sensitive situations.

Workplace bullying harms mental health, morale, and organisational culture. Learn how HR and managers can identify, address, and prevent bullying, and what Malaysia’s new Penal Code amendments mean for employers.