THE movement control order to stop the spread of Covid-19 has triggered an important side effect: the growth of work from home (WFH) culture in Malaysia today. In the public sector, civil servants have done well WFH and it will definitely be a long-term policy beyond the pandemic, says the Public Service Department. “A circular was issued by the department to improve the public service delivery system and to strike a balance between fulfilling work duties and employee well-being. “Those who work from home must comply with rules such as remaining at home and being contactable at any time during work hours, ” the department says. Because workers would need proper work stations and equipment at home, Shamsuddin suggests tax incentives be given to workers if they pay for such items.

Source: The Star March 27, 2021 22:30 UTC