Another DAP man in the Perak Exco in charge of Human Resources came out looking as though he is anti-worker anti-Union and pro-employer? Remember DAP Steven Sim was found by the HIgh Court to be BIASED in favour of employers...
Is the PERAK government now anti-worker... because here we are dealing with the Menteri Besar appointed State Exco member responsible for Human Resources (who really should be concerned about the plight of workers...
A Trade Union picketed in front of government Hospital Seri Manjung about issues of cleaning workers in that hospital.
This Perak Exco member FAILED to even mention what the protest and grievances of the worker was...
All he said was that these were 'supplied workers' of another company UEM Edgenta, and guess what UEM Agenta comes under Finance Minister Anwar Ibrahim as Khazanah owns 100% of UEM, and UEM owns about 69% of UEM Agenta...and Hospital Seri Manjung is a GOVERNMENT hospital ... so a GLC (under the control of the Minister of Finance) is supplying workers to do cleaning work for a government hospital...
YES, the cleaners are not EMPLOYEES of the Hospital - but do the Hospital have a duty of care or an employer obligation to these workers... YES, I believe, they DO and they must ...
Section 33 Employment Act 1955 - Liability of principals and contractors for wages
(1) Where a principal in the course of or for the purposes of his trade or business, contracts with a contractor for the execution by or under the contractor of the whole or any part of any work undertaken by the principal, and any wages are due to any employee by the contractor or any sub-contractor under the contractor for work done in the course of the performance of the contract, the principal and the contractor and any such sub-contractor (not being the employer) shall be jointly and severally liable with the employer to pay such wages as if that employee had been immediately employed by the principal and by the contractor and any such sub-contractor:...
The principle of the principal(in this case Hospital Seri Manjung or the Health Ministry or the Government) have a 'responsibility' for workers of a contractor (in this case UEM Adgenta) existed in the law before Independence in 1955 that law still applies today...
TODAY the law/practice globally have change making the PRINCIPAL also liable for workers in their supply chain...that includes 'employees' of UEM Agenta - and if there is violation of worker rights by UEM Agenta, then Hospital Seri Manjung/the Ministry/Government of Malaysia must intervene to ensure that worker rights violation ENDS - or Hospital Seri Manjung must end the contract with UEM Agenta... {See the Ansell case below, where it suspended relationship with the Malaysian company because of worker rights violation that was not resolved...)
Previously, all these cleaners would have been public officers - employees of the government > but then the Malaysian government GOT RID of a lot of public officers by OUTSOURCING work to private companies like UEM Agenta...who now supply the hospital cleaners...
What is important here is that UEM Agenta comes under the Minister of Finance, Anwar Ibrahim - it is not some company unrelated to the Government of Malaysia..
The Union and workers PICKETED - so should not the State Exco responsible for workers (yes ALL workers including employees of UEM Agenta) CARE ABOUT THE PLIGHT OF WORKERS - at least enough to find out what their grievance is and personally try to resolve it...BUT sadly this DAP man in the EXCO did not even find out what the issue was - OR even tried to resolve the worker/trade union issue..
SHOULD we ask the Menteri Besar of PERAK to pick some other ADUN to be responsible for Human Resources and Workers - Someone who CARES about workers >> NOTE WORKERS IN MALAYSIA ARE THE BIGGEST NUMBER OF VOTERS, and their votes determine who becomes ADUN and MP, and which party gets to form the State and/or FEDERAL government - so, should workers and their family VOTE out this Sivanesan come next elections > vote out the Menteri Besar who made this man a State EXCO? Or should we just KICK OUT the current Perak government that NOW looks like it is NOT concerned about workers - just the EMPLOYER?
Menurutnya, sebarang pertikaian antara pekerja dan majikan sepatutnya diselesaikan secara terus antara syarikat serta Kesatuan Pekerja-Pekerja Swasta Perkhidmatan Sokongan Di Hospital-Hospital Kerajaan dan Jabatan-Jabatan Kerajaan Semenanjung tanpa melibatkan hospital. "Tiada nexus (kaitan langsung) antara hospital dengan kesatuan. Hospital Seri Manjung bukan majikan kepada pekerja tersebut.
How DATED can this HR Exco be? These workers work in Hospital Seri Manjung. Even if the DISPUTE is with UEM Agenta - one acceptable strategy of any UNION is to protest with the Supply Chain - as Hospital Seri Manjung has the CAPACITY and the POWER to ensure that UEM Agenta does the needful to protect worker rights & END any existing worker rights violations by UEM Agenta..
When factories supplying H&M violates worker rights - people protest against H&M - consumers boycott H&M - until H&M ensures these workers STOP violating worker rights ....This is a VALID strategy all over the world.. (this is now an acceptable practice by UNIONS, workers - pressure the SUPPLY Chain to ensure employers respect and protect worker rights...
Another explanation > The BOYCOTT of certain Brands and shops in Malaysia > because they support ISRAEL.. The violator of Human RIGHTS is ISRAEL - and protest/boycott's intention is to put presure on these companies SO that they put pressure on ISRAEL to stop violation of human rights of the Palestinian people...
NOW, PICKETING is a legal legitimate action for workers - BUT let us look at the purpose of PICKETS -
....it shall not be unlawful for one or more workmen to attend at or near the place where the workman works and where a trade dispute involving such workman exists only for the purpose of peacefully-
(i) obtaining or communicating information; or
(ii) persuading or inducing any workman to work or abstain from working,... (Section 40, Industrial Relations Act 1967)
YES, it for COMMUNICATING and garnering support from the PUBLIC ...i.e. OTHERS so that there would be pressure exerted on the EMPLOYER to provide BETTER rights OR to STOP violation of RIGHTS...
So, what is Sivanesan talking about >>> just GO and deal with the EMPLOYER, UEM Agenta -- the strategy employed by the UNION by picketing in front of the Hospital is VALID and acceptable to pressure OTHERS who then will pressure the EMPLOYER so worker rights are protected or enhanced... This, also seems to be an issue of workers working at the HOSPITAL and maybe the issue may be related to this particular hospital >> sadly we do not know as the Sinar Harian report failed to mention what the real grievance of the worker/Union in this case > a case of 'BAD JOURNALISM' when a report does not clearly reveal all relevant facts about the WHY the workers/Union is protesting... MEDIA must improve.
WORSE was there a 'threat' by this DAP man - to use the LAW - the Peaceful Assembly Act against the UNION... “Mereka juga tidak membuat notifikasi kepada polis seperti dikehendaki di bawah Akta Perhimpunan Aman 2012,” katanya."
WORSE still is that this DAP HR Exco of PERAK seems to have been in touch with the Company when he said
Sivanesan berkata, aduan berkaitan insiden yang didakwa berlaku pada 27 Mac 2026 telah dibuat oleh pekerja terbabit di balai polis sebelum siasatan mendapati tiada unsur jenayah dan kes dirujuk kepada Jabatan Tenaga Kerja untuk tindakan lanjut. Menurutnya, pihak syarikat juga telah menjalankan siasatan dalaman dan memaklumkan keputusan kepada kesatuan sebelum demonstrasi tersebut berlangsung. “Bagaimanapun, kesatuan tetap meneruskan tindakan itu tanpa memohon kebenaran mengikut peruntukan di bawah Akta Perhubungan Perusahaan 1967 berkaitan piket.
BUT did he meet the workers and their UNION > most likely not, because the Sinar Harian report does not mention this...and he NEVER actually transparently said what the worker grieviance is, and why the UNION is protesting...picketing, did HE now?
This may tell us that he TOO maybe biased in favour of the UEM Agenta and the government >> NOT so bothered about the workers and Union, and/or their grievances. He should have explained clearly what the issue was ... that led to a police report being made ...must be serious.
Police did not take action > neither did it when Yusoff Rawther made a report that Anwar Ibrahim sexually assaulted him - he moved on for the NEXT option, which was to file a CIVIL SUIT..
Same with workers and their UNIONS, when they still have NOT got JUSTICE, they continue fighting...
And here too, we are talking about a GOVERNMENT Hospital, and a Minister of Finance government owned/'controlled' company UEM AGENTA (note government through 100% Khazanah owned UEM owns about 69% of UEM AGENTA...the government is the majority shareholder who thus controls. If Anwar Ibrahim steps in, the issue would be resolved possibly as he can direct UEM Agenta and as PM direct the Hospital to do the needful to resolve this worker/Union issue??
Why is the FINANCE MINISTER not stepping in YET? Is he also PRO-EMPLOYER and less bothered about worker/Union struggles and issues?
The other point raised by said report - was about a political party supporting the workers.
Have you forgotten the time that DAP MPs and/or ADUNs, and those from some other parties often had come down in support of workers/trade unions....which was RIGHT because workers/Unions are also your constituents and VOTERS - and if political parties DO NOT SUPPORT worker struggles for justice, then BEWARE for workers and their families/friends may also choose NOT to VOTE for political parties that do not support workers...
Now, this DAP man in the PERAK State Exco may have done a diservice to DAP and even PH by his actions, as reported in Sinar Harian. I wonder whether if Sivanesan contest again to be ADUN, will he win...OR DAP may just choose another better candidate which will be acceptable to workers..
These are my analysis based on the Sinar Harian report - It is noted that Sivanesan may have said other things but Sinar Harian never reported it - if so, the State Exco member should do the needful to correct the said media report. This post is based on just that report.
See also earlier post..
Minister Steven Sim must honourably resign, or be removed from Cabinet because the Court have found him to be BIASED - not just allegations by politicians/public?
HRD Corporation - How will Minister Sim and also Finance Minister Anwar Ibrahim deal with it? 'Sweep Under the Carpet' or act fast against all including Chief Executive, Directors, Investment Panel Members and even ex-HR Minister?
HRD Corp and/or the Minister of Human Resources should never have resorted to SLAPP suits against the media, journalists, and/or Human Rights Defenders in connection with the HRD Corp ‘Scandal’ as highlighted by the Auditor General and Parliament (19 Groups)
Steven Sim(HR Minister) failed to ensure justice for 733 migrant workers who were not paid for 3-6 months > only got RM1,412 each - in RM1 million 'victory' - not a landmark judment but an embarassment?
Hospital Seri Manjung tiada kaitan isu pekerja pembersihan
SAIFULLAH AHMAD
MANJUNG – Hospital Seri Manjung tidak mempunyai sebarang kaitan dalam isu pertikaian kerja melibatkan pekerja pembersihan sebuah syarikat konsesi yang tular selepas demonstrasi diadakan di luar pekarangan hospital itu pada 18 Mei lalu.
Exco Sumber Manusia, Kesihatan, Hal Ehwal Masyarakat India dan Integrasi Nasional, A Sivanesan berkata, hospital berkenaan bukan majikan kepada pekerja terbabit kerana mereka merupakan kakitangan syarikat konsesi, UEM Edgenta yang dilantik oleh Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia untuk mengendalikan perkhidmatan sokongan hospital.
Menurutnya, sebarang pertikaian antara pekerja dan majikan sepatutnya diselesaikan secara terus antara syarikat serta Kesatuan Pekerja-Pekerja Swasta Perkhidmatan Sokongan Di Hospital-Hospital Kerajaan dan Jabatan-Jabatan Kerajaan Semenanjung tanpa melibatkan hospital.
"Tiada nexus (kaitan langsung) antara hospital dengan kesatuan. Hospital Seri Manjung bukan majikan kepada pekerja tersebut.
"Kalau ada pertikaian, mereka perlu selesaikan dengan syarikat. Jika mahu membuat bantahan sekalipun, sepatutnya ia dilakukan di ibu pejabat syarikat, bukannya di hospital,” katanya pada sidang media di Hospital Seri Manjung pada Selasa.
Hadir sama, Timbalan Pengarah Kesihatan Negeri (Perubatan), Dr Muhammad Najib Adnan dan Pengarah Hospital Seri Manjung, Dr Gridhari Nath Gingaiah.
Sivanesan berkata, aduan berkaitan insiden yang didakwa berlaku pada 27 Mac 2026 telah dibuat oleh pekerja terbabit di balai polis sebelum siasatan mendapati tiada unsur jenayah dan kes dirujuk kepada Jabatan Tenaga Kerja untuk tindakan lanjut.
Menurutnya, pihak syarikat juga telah menjalankan siasatan dalaman dan memaklumkan keputusan kepada kesatuan sebelum demonstrasi tersebut berlangsung.
“Bagaimanapun, kesatuan tetap meneruskan tindakan itu tanpa memohon kebenaran mengikut peruntukan di bawah Akta Perhubungan Perusahaan 1967 berkaitan piket.
“Mereka juga tidak membuat notifikasi kepada polis seperti dikehendaki di bawah Akta Perhimpunan Aman 2012,” katanya.
Beliau turut mendakwa demonstrasi itu dianjurkan bersama sebuah parti politik dan menyifatkan tindakan berkenaan sebagai cubaan mengelirukan masyarakat seolah-olah hospital bertanggungjawab terhadap isu tersebut.
Katanya, kerajaan negeri memandang serius perkara itu dan tidak mahu insiden sama berulang di mana-mana hospital kerajaan di Perak kerana boleh mengganggu operasi serta perkhidmatan kepada pesakit.
Dalam perkembangan sama, beliau memaklumkan pihak hospital telah membuat laporan polis pada 23 Mei lalu bagi menegaskan bahawa pekerja terbabit bukan kakitangannya.
Sebelum ini tular satu rakaman video di media sosial berkaitan piket yang dilakukan kesatuan bersama sebuah parti politik di luar pintu masuk Hospital Seri Manjung. - Sinar Harian, 26/5/2026
Bangladesh: H&M responds to sacking of garment workers following minimum wage protests
"H&M responds to sacking of Bangladesh garment workers, says 'deeply concerned'", 7 January 2019
The clothing giant issued a statement... [following] media reports that the factories sacked thousands of workers for joining the protests for better wages, which included suppliers of H&M.
“We understand garment workers have recently been dismissed from three factories that produce for H&M group amongst others, and we are closely observing the situation to ensure that the documents and agreements that have now been signed are acknowledged and approved by all parties, outlining valid information and appropriate grounds for termination of employment,” H&M said.
“Even though we understand and fully sympathise with the garment workers’ frustrations, we cannot encourage vandalism and violence as a means to an end.” “We strongly encourage peaceful conflict resolution for all parties in all situations and see ourselves as an enabler to make that happen.”...
“Workers who chanted slogans or left factories and joined in processions to demand wage increases, and the ones who have any link to trade bodies, are now losing jobs,” ... head of the Bangladesh Garment Workers’ Trade Union Centre [said]...
At least 7,580 workers from 27 factories had been laid off in recent weeks, according to...head of the Bangladesh Garment and Industrial Workers Federation.
Ansell Suspends Supplier Relationship with Mediceram
Richmond, VIC – 12 November 2025
– Ansell Limited (ASX: ANN) a global leader in protection solutions,
announced it has suspended its relationship with Mediceram, a small
Malaysian supplier of ceramic formers. The suspension stems from
concerns about deteriorating relations between Mediceram and its foreign
workers, following repeated strike actions over issues including the
renewal of work visas, which remain pending with the relevant Malaysian
immigration and labour authorities.
As advised in a statement last August, Mediceram entered into a
remediation agreement with its workers following concerns raised by its
customers including Ansell.
Progress has been made in implementing this agreement, with more than
USD 1 million in recruitment fees reimbursed to current workers ahead of
originally agreed timelines, supported by favourable trading terms
provided by Ansell.
Ansell was therefore surprised to be informed on 31 October that
Mediceram had terminated 177 foreign workers on the grounds of their
refusal to work. We promptly expressed our clear view to Mediceram that
this was not an appropriate course of action in these circumstances. In
the absence of any willingness by Mediceram to reconsider, Ansell
informed Mediceram on 4 November 2025 that Ansell is suspending its
supplier relationship with the company.
Ansell will continue to engage with Mediceram on the conditions
necessary for Ansell to consider reinstating the supplier relationship.
These include Mediceram completing all outstanding matters in the
remediation program swiftly and structurally and demonstrating a
sustained commitment to safeguarding worker welfare, and ensuring all
workers, particularly those terminated and awaiting repatriation, have
sufficient financial support to cover living costs.
We recognise that this situation has raised concerns, and we are aware
of conflicting statements regarding representation of workers’ interests
that may be influencing the dialogue between Mediceram workers and
management. Ansell will not engage in speculation or commentary on
matters beyond our direct involvement. Our priority remains supporting
constructive conversations, seeking to ensure fair treatment, and
working toward a positive resolution of outstanding issues. - ANSELL website
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