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HR Minister Ramanan Ramakrishnan said the mobile courts will provide better access to labour court services for employers and individuals, especially those in rural and hinterland areas.
Malaysia’s labour system is set for a significant shift, with the new Minister of Human Resources, Ramanan Ramakrishnan outlining a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening labour administration while improving access to justice for workers and employers alike.
Announced on 7 January 2026 and posted on KESUMA’s Facebook page today, the measures focus on social justice, service efficiency and industrial harmony, with an emphasis on reaching communities that have traditionally faced barriers to labour services.
Mobile labour court to bring justice closer to workers
A central pillar of the reform agenda is the introduction of mobile labour courts, which the minister described as a “game changer” approach to expanding access to labour court services.
The initiative is designed to bring the labour court directly to citizens, particularly those in rural and hinterland areas, helping to reduce time and travel costs.
Under Budget 2026, an allocation of RM5mn has been set aside for the mobile labour court, with the aim of ensuring that justice is not limited by geography.
Digitising labour court proceedings
KESUMA also announced plans to strengthen labour court operations through the introduction of a Digital Recording System (SPD), aimed at speeding up proceedings and improving case management.
The system is scheduled to be implemented in 2026 across Ipoh, Alor Setar, Muar, Rawang, Kuantan, and Kuala Terengganu, supported by an allocation of RM1.8mn.
Integrated labour management system to replace ageing platform
Another key initiative is the rollout of the Integrated Labour Management System (SPPB), which will replace a platform that has been in use for more than two decades.
Set to be implemented between 2026 and 2028, the system will leverage AI, chatbots, big data and cloud computing. With a budget of RM9.25mn, the new platform is expected to improve operational efficiency and support the ease of doing business for employers.
Labour education to strengthen legal understanding
Alongside structural and technological reforms, KESUMA highlighted the role of labour education in building sustainable industrial relations.
In 2025, the Labour Education Programme recorded 222 programmes, reaching 45,821 participants, supported by an allocation of RM600,000. The programme aims to strengthen legal understanding among both employees and employers, helping to foster more harmonious workplace relationships.
Minister highlights enforcement and service delivery priorities
Further details were shared by Minister Ramanan Ramakrishnan on his Facebook page, following a working visit to the Peninsular Malaysia Department of Labour (JTKSM), a core agency under KESUMA.
During the visit, the minister received briefings on labour law enforcement and JTKSM’s strategic role in ensuring legal compliance. Discussions included ideas to improve enforcement methods, so they remain effective, responsive and aligned with the realities of today’s job market.
Minister Ramanan reiterated that the mobile labour court, backed by the RM5mn allocation under Budget 2026, would directly benefit workers and employers in rural and hinterland areas who have long faced challenges related to distance, time and cost when attending labour court proceedings.
He also noted that KESUMA, through JTKSM, will strengthen integrated records and management systems by adopting new technologies to improve operational efficiency, simplify processes for businesses, and enhance transparency in service delivery.
Lead image / Ramanan Ramakrishnan Facebook
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