Illustrative photo (Source: VNA) At the recent 12thmeeting of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour (VGCL)’s Executive Board, VGCL PresidentNguyen Dinh Khang noted that with more than a month left until Tet, tradeunions at all levels need to closelymonitor the employment situation, especially the cutting of working hours or employment, in order to promptly propose and issue proper care policies for affected workers.
Localities housing large numbers of migrant workers should pay attention to those who cannot return to theirhometowns for Tet and devise appropriate measures to ensure the group can enjoy the traditional festival like others, hesaid.
Labour federations across thecountry will spend about 500 billion VND (over 20.1 million USD) on organisingactivities and presenting gifts to labourers on Tet, according to the VGCL. Undera plan set by the general confederation, 1 million workers in difficultcircumstances, including those who lost their jobs or were affected by naturaldisasters, will receive financial support worth at least 500,000 VND.
Trade unions at all levels willimplement programmes to help poor workers to return to their home villages forTet, and hold Tet celebrations for those who cannot return. Tet marketsoffering essential Tet goods at discount prices will be organised by the VGCLfrom the 15th – 25th day of Lunar December nationwide, especially inmountainous and remote areas./.
VNA
