News Forum - Thai House rejects labour bill fearing 30% cost surge

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A labour welfare bill proposed by the Move Forward Party (MFP) has been rejected by the House of Representatives, sparking concerns about a potential 30% increase in labour costs across Thailand. Despite this setback, the MFP had some success as the House consented to two additional draft bills, one from the Bhumjaithai Party and another … …

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In contrast, the Bhumjaithai MP’s draft bill requires employers to provide full pay to workers on paternal leave for a maximum of 49 days out of a total of 98 days and also grants paternity leave rights to male employees, reported Bangkok Post.

The additional MFP bill, proposed by list-MP Wanvipa Maison, seeks to extend the maximum number of paternity leave days from the current 98 to 180, and demands employers pay workers on paternity leave for a minimum of 90 days.

Looks like Thailand is the only country on earth fighting for more paternity leave. No wonder many in are seeking another woman when their wives are under confinement as they have more time to look around.