Delay on minimum wage legislation criticized

Kwan Tsui Hang has criticized her Legislative Assembly colleagues for not reviewing the minimum wage bill fast enough. The lawmaker, who is also vice-president of the Macau Federation of Trade Unions, said that although the legislation was first introduced to the AL more than half a year ago, the AL Third Standing Committee is yet to finish discussing it. She said that the committee should carry out its duty quickly, and deliver its formal opinion to the government to kick start the minimum wage for security guards and cleaners working for property management companies. The lawmaker also asked the committee to disclose to the public what is hindering its discussion process. She said that the stalling of the bill gives the public the impression that the committee is not determined to promote the legislation.