About the Book
Navigate the complexities of trade union law with ease. This indispensable guide unpacks the Trade Unions Act 1959, complete with the latest 2024 amendments, offering clear explanations supported by relevant case law. With 30 revised sections, five new additions, and one repeal, plus updated regulations, this book is your go-to resource for understanding the legal landscape affecting trade unions today. Perfect for trade union officers, employers, and HR professionals, it also includes an FAQ section to address common concerns. Make informed decisions with this comprehensive guide at your side.
About the Authors
T. Balasubramaniam began his career as a Kirkby-trained teacher in 1960 and has been involved in industrial relations since 1961 when he served as the Secretary of MTUC Terengganu Division. After obtaining a Second-Class Upper Honours in Social Science (Econs) with distinction in Industrial Relations, he joined the Malayan Council of Employers Organisations (MCEO) as the Deputy Secretary in 1976. Following the dissolution of MCEO in 1978, he was appointed as the Industrial Relations Advisor in MEF. During his tenure at MEF, he obtained his LLB (Hons).
Upon his retirement in 1996, he founded Meca Employers Consulting Agency in which he was the CEO and Principal Legal Advisor. In December 2007, he retired from MECA but continued as Chairman and remained involved in an advisory capacity. He has served on the National Labour Advisory Council, represented employers before the Industrial Court and Labour Court, and worked as a part-time lecturer in Labour Law at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Additionally, he served as a part-time tutor in Economics at the University of Malaya and in Quantitative Methods at Universiti Sains Malaysia. He has conducted numerous courses on labour law and industrial relations and authored nine previous books on labour law.
Mooi Poh Kong A.M.N. holds a BA (Hons) in History from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. He joined the Ministry of Human Resources in 1997 as an Assistant Director in the Industrial Relations Department Headquarters. Over time, he was elevated to the position of Senior Assistant Director and in 2008, to the role of Director, Legal Division. In this capacity, he oversaw various matters including advisory services, law amendments, judicial reviews, investigations and prosecutions. It was during this period that he pursued and obtained his Diploma in Industrial Relations and Bachelor of Jurisprudence (External), both from the University of Malaya.
Moving up the career path, Mooi was appointed Labour Attache at the High Commission of Malaysia in Singapore in 2011. In this role, he provided assistance to Malaysian workers facing employment issues or distress while working in Singapore. Upon his return in 2013, he assumed the position of Director (Sarawak Branch) at the Industrial Relations Department until 2015. Subsequently, he was promoted to Senior Director (Law and Enforcement) at the Trade Unions Affairs Department in Putrajaya. In this capacity, he was involved in various initiatives, including the amendment of the Trade Unions Act 1959 and its regulations, until his retirement in 2020. Currently, Mooi serves as a Consultant in industrial relations matters.
