Sample Memo Time Off For Voting in Malaysia General Election
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On November 19, Malaysians will cast ballots in the 15th general election to select the party that will receive a fresh five-year mandate to govern the country.
The country has experienced political unrest since the most recent elections in 2018, a time when three prime ministers have served the country. The polls are supposed to bring about some tranquilly.
In order to establish a government, a party or coalition needs 112 of the 222 federal seats up for election. Therefore parties will fight to gain them.
Below is a sample memo of the Malaysia General Election by the Malaysia HR Forum.
To: All Employee
From:
Date:
Re: Voting During General Election
Dear Employees,
Please be informed that the Malaysia General Election (GE 15) will take place on 19 November 2022 (Saturday), as announced by the Election Commission of Malaysia. All eligible voters should play their duty as responsible citizens and discharge their duty to the country.
The company observes the following approach to facilitate employees to cast their vote if the voting day falls on a workday:
Option 1
Maximum of three (3) hours of time off for employees to vote. Those who require more time due to the distance of the voting centre shall choose option 2.
Option 2
Employees may take time off on the first half (8.00 am to 1.00 pm) or the second half (1.00 pm – 5.00 pm). Those who require more time due to the distance of the voting centre shall choose option 3. (Note: Kindly confirm the voting time decided by the Election Commission).
Option 3
Employees who need to travel to their hometown or other locations not reachable within the time off provided are encouraged to apply for half-day annual leave, and the company shall grant an additional half-day unrecorded leave.
Option 4
Employees whose voting centre is in other states and require more than one day to travel and vote shall be eligible for one (1) day of unrecorded leave. Employee shall apply in writing five (5) days before the voting day.
Employees must notify their superiors of the option chosen at least three (3) days prior for staffing planning purposes.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Human Resources Department.
Thank you,
Human Resources Manager
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