Minimum wage to have an ‘impact’

Fiji Times Monday 03 July 2017  THE increase in the national minimum wage will make a significant impact on the lives of Fijian people, says Minister for Employment, Productivity and Industrial Relations Jone Usamate.

He made the remarks after the announcement of the increase in national minimum wage from $2.32 to $2.68 by Economy Minister and Attorney-General, Aiyaz Sayed- Khaiyum during the national budget announcement on Thursday night.

“We have the national minimum wage that makes sure we can look after the most marginalised in our society, but when you look at the national minimum wage you also look at all the other benefits,” Mr Usamate said.

“We are very glad that the national minimum wage has been announced today. It will make a significant impact on the lives of our people.  Read more…