SHAH ALAM, JAN 7: The Mobile Labour Court is expected to begin operations in August this year to ease the resolution of labour-related cases, particularly in rural areas.
Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri Ramanan Ramakrishnan said the initiative, implemented under the Peninsular Malaysia Labour Department (JTKSM), will initially involve three specially equipped vehicles, supported by a RM5 million allocation, before being rolled out in stages nationwide.
“We are here to facilitate, not complicate matters. Every process involves costs, and this initiative is designed to reduce the financial burden on all parties, whether workers or employers,” he said.
By August, the operational implementation plan will be finalised, alongside intensified efforts to ensure widespread public awareness of the Mobile Labour Court.
Ramanan added that both employees and employers will be informed in advance of the court’s operating locations and the service delivery methods to be provided.
“All preparations are in place, but effective implementation requires some time,” he said.
Moreover, the Mobile Labour Court is expected to save time and costs, while strengthening access to labour justice through a more people-friendly approach. It will be further enhanced with the installation of a digital recording system to support court proceedings.
“In line with the national digitalisation agenda, this digital recording system is expected to speed up proceedings, improve transparency, and ensure more efficient management of labour case records,” Ramanan said.
The ministry is also developing an Integrated Labour Management System powered by artificial intelligence (AI), with a RM9.26 million allocation, targeted for full completion by 2028.
“The system will incorporate AI, data analytics, cloud computing, and an AI chatbot, and will be introduced in phases from 2026 to 2028 and is expected to enhance operational efficiency and facilitate smoother business processes for industry players," he said.
