Salary raise will boost commitment among enforcement staff - Home Ministry

The recent salary adjustments for civil servants are expected to motivate enforcement members, particularly those in lower-income support roles, thereby reinforcing their commitment to upholding national peace and well-being.

Home Ministry deputy secretary-general Abdul Halim Abdul Rahman said the salary increase aligns with the humane concept in Madani, reflecting Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s concern for law enforcement personnel and their job security.

“The government’s decision to grant a 15 percent increase to subordinate groups, compared to the seven percent for top management, helps narrow the wage gap between these groups,” he told reporters when met at the ministry's booth during the Southern Zone Madani Rakyat 2024 programme in Johor Bahru today.

The prime minister yesterday announced a 15 percent salary adjustment for civil servants in the support, management and professional groups and seven percent for those in top management.

The adjustment will be implemented in phases, starting from Dec 1, 2024, for Phase 1, and from Jan 1, 2026, for Phase 2.

“The ministry welcomes the salary adjustments and anticipates that the move will be complemented by enhanced productivity among civil servants, particularly within their service delivery systems.

“For instance, within the ministry, the Immigration and the National Registration Departments must improve performance at service counters,” he said, adding that with the need for faster processing of passports and identity cards, this salary increase should motivate staff to deliver more efficient services.

He emphasised that civil servants must adapt to support the country’s development and achieve high-income status.

“To enhance national competitiveness and attract foreign investment, improving public service efficiency is crucial. This will have a positive impact on the economy,” he added.

- Bernama

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