Government halts new contract hiring, keeps existing workers on payroll
Summary
The government has halted new contract recruitments while retaining existing contract employees amid protests over an outsourcing proposal, with a task force set to study permanent management policies.
Key Points
- The government will retain existing contract employees and halt new contract recruitments following protests over outsourcing proposals.
- A task force has been assigned to recommend long-term solutions for managing contract workers, including employment conditions and benefits.
- Contract employees aged 58 or receiving pensions from previous permanent civil service will have their contracts terminated from July 17.
- The decision follows discussions between government officials and contract employee representatives, leading to suspension of planned protests.
