Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin assigned his Advisor to offer compensation benefits to the relatives of six foreign workers who died from a train-bus crash while going to a Kathin event in Chachoengsao. The compensation was worth 370,888 Baht, and the occasion took place at Wat Dan Samrong, Samut Prakan. She emphasized that the Social Security Office would ensure migrant workers’ rights equal to that of Thai workers. On October 16, 2020, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin assigned Advisor to the Labour Minister Mrs. Thiwalrat Angkinan to offer compensation benefits to the relatives of those who died from a freight train crash with a bus while going to a Kathin event in Chachoengsao. There were six foreign workers. The compensation comprised 50,000 Baht for funeral fees, totaling 300,000 Baht and 70,888 baht of old age gratuity, totaling 370,888 Baht. The occasion took place at Wat Dan Samrong, Sukhumvit Road, Muang, Samut Prakan. Advisory Board Member to the Labour Minister Mrs. Thienrat Nawamawat, the Social Security Office’s Inspector-General Mr. Ananthachai Panyasurarit, Myanmar Labour Ambassador to Thailand Mr. U Myo Myint Naing, […]
The Deputy Labour Minister emphasized that the 2021 budget has commenced and invited the workforce to apply for skills development programs or national labour skill standards assessments in all occupations to raise the level of workmanship and to receive standard wage rates. Currently, 83 programs have been announced, with the profession earning the most at 815 Baht per day. Deputy Labour Minister Prof. Narumon Pinyosinwat revealed that in 2021, the Department of Skills Development has allocated 1,742,087,000 million Baht and has a target to develop skills 4,129,910 people in the workforce, comprising of 4,000,000 employees through employer training programs and 129,910 people through the DSD’s programs. The DSD has developed a manpower development project in line with the national strategy in terms of security and building competitiveness, the development and empowerment of human resources, and social equality under the concept of “Create, elevate and give, uniting Thailand to build a nation.” The efforts aim to drive Thailand together under the leadership of Prime Minister General Prayuth Chan-ocha. The Deputy Labour Minister said that the DSD […]
On October 7, 2020, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin assigned Assistant to the Labour Minister Mr. Surachai Chaitrakulthong to travel to Rayong to inspect the Institute for Skill Development 17, with the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General Mr. Puma Thamakul. The visiting committee followed up on the Ministry of Labour’s missions, following its policies, and to meet with the heads of government agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Rayong. The meeting listened to a briefing on the skills development projects’ results in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), the situation, and the drive of important labour policies, including problems and obstacles on labour in the area. The occasion took place at the Rayong Skill Development Institute 17. Skill development academic Mr. Chainarong Madue, Skill Development Scholar, on behalf of the Director of the Rayong Skill Development Institute 17, gave a welcoming and led the Skill Development Institute’s visit. The Rayong to inspect the Institute for Skill Development 17 has implemented the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) Labour Skill Development Project for 2020, totaling 37 courses in 5 industries with 2,203 trainees. Labour skills […]
On September 28, 2020, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol assigned Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour Ms. Pattraporn Samatrat, to participate in the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Thailand and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, promoting unity and stability at the National Theater. ++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 28 September 2020
The Deputy Labour Minister reported the number of workers who have passed skills training in the past year, accelerating forward to raise the workforce’s standard, driving the country’s economy. On September 25, 2020, Deputy Labour Minister Prof. Narumon Pinyosinwat reported the Department of Skill Development’s performance for the 2020 fiscal year, with the set target of 3,827,200 people. A total of 4,728,485 people has gone through skills development, consisting of 136,882 people. The DSD conducted training for and 4,591,603 people through encouraging organizations under the Skill Development Promotion Act B.E. 2545 and amendment No. 2, B.E. 2557. In the DSD portion, there are many interesting projects such as the logistics personnel development project in collaboration with the Thai International Freight Forwarders Association (TIFFA), with 323 new graduates from the undergraduate level, training, and entering the logistics market. The DSD also has a project to enhance workers’ skills in the Special Economic Development Zones totaling 12,462 people, the project for the training center of excellence in advanced technology totaling 10,710 people, the project for specific target groups to improve professional opportunities totaling 11,518 people, consisting of people who have […]
On September 20, 2020, at 18.00 hours, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin presided over the opening ceremony commemorating 167 years since the birth of Somdetch Phra Paramindr Maha Chulalongkorn, for the 21st occasion, by the people of Koh Si Chang in 2020, with Assistant to the Labour Minister Mr. Surachai Chaitrakulthong. TheMayor of Koh Si Chang Subdistrict Mr. Damrong Petra gave a welcoming and reported the purpose of the event this time. The Labour Minister laid flowers (fresh pink roses) at the statue of King Rama 5 and awarded winners of the retro dress competition. He also visited booths of the shops who attended the event at the Phra Chudadhuj Palace area Koh Sichang, Chonburi. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 20 September 2020
Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin showed concern for the incident where a crane fell on workers in Nonthaburi, resulting in the death of one worker. The Ministry of Labour has ordered the provincial Labour Welfare and Protection Office, including the Social Security Office in Nonthaburi to investigate the incident, gather evidence, and check the insurance status of the worker in order to provide assistance and benefits following their eligibility. The incident happened today (August 21, 2020) at 11.15 hours. A crane had fallen on workers at the construction site for Kunalai Westgate Village on Ban Kluai Sai Noi Road, Phimon Rat, Bang Bua Thong, Nonthaburi. Mr. Suchart said that from a preliminary investigation, the name of the deceased worker was Mr. Raisit Laoprom, aged 43, an employee of White Design Co., Ltd. in the position of a crane driver. While operating the crane, the crane fell on the worker resulting in the death of the employee. The Ministry of Labour’s Social Security Office has provided coverage in case of death from the Compensation Fund, including 1) funeral expenses of 40,000 Baht for the funeral manager 2) compensation for […]
The Permanent Secretary of Labour commenced the workshop on the preparation of the Action Plan for Increasing Labour Productivity 2022-2027, to be used as a strategic plan and framework to improve the Thai labor productivity in a situation where the nation is facing various problems at present. The Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol spoke as the chairman of the workshop on the preparation of an Action Plan for Increasing Labour Productivity 2022 – 2027, on August 21, 2020, 9.00 hours at the Baiyoke Sky Hotel in Bangkok. The meeting was an important opportunity to participate in the exchange of opinions and to set the direction to increase labour productivity in Thailand. The workshop on the preparation of the Action Plan for Increasing Labour Productivity 2022-2027 will be used as a strategic plan and framework to improve the Thai labour productivity in a situation where Thailand is facing various problems at present. In particular, it has to adapt to the new normal or the new way of life and respond to human resource development in the 21st century. The framework will drive […]
The Labour Minister expressed concern for all 47 Thai workers who returned from the Philippines, due to COVID-19 impacts. All crew members will be quarantined at a state-provided facility for 14 days, to be monitored during the incubation period for COVID-19. He urged the Department of Employment to inspect and examine the crews’ membership status of the overseas job seekers’ assistance fund to provide the necessary assistance. The Labour Minister reiterated that those who apply for membership of the fund would receive benefits that will help alleviate workers when they encounter unexpected events. On August 15, 2020, at 12.30 hours, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin assigned Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour Mrs. Theanrat Nawamawat to travel to Suvarnabhumi Airport to welcome the Thai workers returning from the Philippines. The 47 Thai crew members returned to Thailand from working on a cruise ship in the Philippines, due to the impacts of Covid-19. Mrs. Theanrat said the Ministry of Labour has coordinated with relevant agencies such as the Covid-19 Situation Management Center, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and employment agencies to work together in helping Thai workers return to […]
Suchart Chomklin and Narumol Pinyosinwat, the two new ministers worshipped sacred items at the Ministry of Labour, at the auspicious time of 07.29 hours, on the occasion of becoming the 16th Minister of Labour and the First Deputy Minister of Labour, following the Royal Command which announced the appointment of Ministers on August 6. The Ministers took an oath before taking charge on August 12. On August 12, 2020, at 07.29 hours, Labour Minister Suchart Chomklin and Deputy Labour Minister Prof. Narumon Pinyosinwat held an auspicious time to travel to the Ministry of Labour, after taking an oath before taking office on August 12. The two new ministers worshipped sacred items at the Ministry of Labour, including Phra Phut Sutthitham Bophit, Phra Phut Chinnarat, San Por Pu Chai Mongkhon, San Thao Mahaprom Thewarit and invited a Buddha statue to the office on the 6th floor of the Ministry of Labour, Building 15. They then signed the document to officially take on the position of Minister, on the first day. Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol congratulated the ministers and gave a flower vase, together with senior executives, […]
On Friday, July 31, 2020, at 09.30 hours, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour Ms. Aumpun Thuvavit chaired the meeting of the Employee Welfare Fund Committee no. 7/2020 to consider monitoring important management systems and the performance of the Employee Welfare Fund in the second quarter. The meeting also discussed the preparation of the debt management plan from the Employee Welfare Fund in 2020, the preparation of the operational efficiency improvement plan, the consideration of the memorandum of debt from accounts as bad debts of the Employee Welfare Fund, including the payment of other benefits besides compensation. The meeting took place at the Prof. Nikom Chandravithu meeting room, 5th floor, Department of Labour and Protection. —————————————————————————- Division of Public Relations 31 July 2020
The Labour Minister showed concern for employees who have to stop work, as employers have to temporarily suspend business. He instructed the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare to monitor and inspect employers who use Section 75, to strictly comply with the law, as well as reiterated that the Ministry of Labour’s inspectors help monitor businesses nationwide that are temporarily suspended, ensuring compliance with the Labour Protection Act 2541, Section 75. Labour Minister M.R. Chatu Mongol Sonakul revealed that from the rapid spread of the Covid-19 pandemic, many companies have terminated employees, shut down the business and temporarily or partially or suspended business. In the temporary or partial suspension of business, labour protection laws give employers rights that aim to protect both employers and employees simultaneously. The laws provide protection in the event that the employer encounters a problem and it becomes necessary to temporarily suspend the business; however, the employer still wishes to continue the business. It helps to resolve such a crisis and provide relief on the burden of the employers’ expenses, to alleviate some of the problems, […]
Today (March 16, 2020) at 10.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol chaired the 20th Wage Committee Meeting No. 7/2020, which took place at the Prasong Rananant Meeting Room, 5th Floor, Ministry of Labour. The meeting considered the nomination of participants and selecting themselves as the employer and employee representatives to be appointed as associate judges in the Central Labour Court and Labour Court Region 8. +++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations News & photos by Siriyakorn Angsuworaphruek 16 March 2020
The Labour Minister observed the skill development training course on tank repair and spray painting, at the Ubon Ratchathani Skill Development Institute 7, Ubon Ratchathani. On January 29, 2020, at 13.50 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul, the Department of Skill Development’s Director-General Mr. Tawat Benchatikul, the Department of Employment’s Deputy Director-General Mrs. Theanrat Nawamawat and the Ministry of Labour’s executives observed the skill development training course on tank repair and spray painting at the Ubon Ratchathani Skill Development Institute 7, Ubon Ratchathani, located at No. 300, Moo 11, Armory Road, Kham Yai, Mueang, Ubon Ratchathani. —————————— Division of Public Relations/ Photos by Sompob Silbut/ 29 January 2020
On December 1, 2019, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol joined the welcoming of HRH Princess Soamsawali and HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha, at the “Tian Song Jai” event commencement for the 27th World AIDS Day. The occasion took place at the multipurpose room on the 13th floor, Bhumisiri Mangkalanuson Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red Cross, Pathum Wan, Bangkok. ++++++++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations/ 1 December 2019
On November 4, 2019, the Permanent Secretary of Labour and delegation attended the 337th session of the Governing Body at the International Labour Organization headquarters, Geneva, Switzerland. The Permanent Secretary of the Labour issued a statement on behalf of ASEAN parties entitled “The agenda of the Annual International Labour Organization’s Conference (ILC) to be held in the future” which the ASEAN Member States attach great importance and agree to support. “Life Long Learning” will be a general discussion agenda at the 109th ILC meeting in 2020, as global changes in the working world has resulted in challenges in learning and skill development, which is essential to the future for the reform of the workforce. On this occasion, the Permanent Secretary of Labour had a discussion with the ILO’s Assistant Director-General and Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific Ms. Tomoko Nishimoto, about the organization of the Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM), which Singapore will host around April 2021. He also gave notice that both ILO offices at the United Nations Building in Bangkok are closed for repairs. As a result, […]
