Mental well-being is the foundation of a healthy life, which can be manifested in a number of ways, including the ability to cope with stress, productivity at work and participation in society in general. The importance of mental health cannot be undermined if an individual or organization is to thrive. Mental health well-being in the workplace has increasingly become a consideration for employers when it comes to ensuring long-term engagement and productivity among their workforce.
As Thailand is currently facing a substantial surge in COVID-19 infections, further relief measures have been approved by the Cabinet on 5 May 2021 to assist employees and employers affected by the recent COVID-19 outbreak
Further COVID-19 relief measures were announced this week by the government to provide financial support to employers and employees affected by the continued rise in COVID-19 infections, in addition to those that had already been put in place.
Following the release of the Asia Pacific regional update on COVID-19 in February, the Asia Pacific Employment & Compensation team has prepared a special and urgent update across 11 jurisdictions, on employer obligations and key workplace health and safety considerations in light of the COVID-19 outbreak. We also encourage you…
With the latest health concern caused by the rapid spread of the Coronavirus, once again we are reminded of the terrible consequences that infectious disease outbreaks can have on global populations in a short period of time. As with any health threats, effective prevention and control is of the essence.…
Request a copy For over 40 years, the team at Baker McKenzie, Bangkok has assisted foreign individuals and international companies who are seeking investment opportunities in Thailand. Doing Business in Thailand is your personal guide to the key aspects of Thai law that significantly affect the way business is conducted…
Recently, the Customs Department re-interpreted section 19 of the Customs Act by claiming that customs officers have the power to assess duty on shipments imported within the previous three years, and the period for assessing duty can be extended further, up to two years back, and then another five years…
The amended Labor Protection Act (“LPA”) was published in the Royal Gazette on 5 April 2019 and became effective from 5 May 2019. There are no material changes from the draft amended LPA published on 13 December 2018. The key changes are as follows: Changes to leave Maternity leave has…
On 13 December 2018, the National Legislative Assembly (“NLA”) approved the draft amendment to the Labour Protection Act (“Draft”). The Draft will be submitted for endorsement by His Majesty the King and, subsequently, published in the Royal Gazette before it becomes effective. It is expected that the Draft will become…
The key changes concern increased penalties for employers who fail to comply with requirements regarding employment and treatment of minors.