P-Hailing delivery riders seek government help over pay cuts

KUALA LUMPUR: Delivery riders, commonly referred to as P-hailing riders, are seeking government intervention in response to the continuous decrease in pay rates offered by P-hailing companies.

As reported by Bernama, a collective of these dedicated delivery riders submitted a memorandum to the Transport Ministry today, appealing for assistance and urging the government to address and resolve the ongoing issue.

Dr. Nor Fuad Abdul Hamid, the Deputy Secretary-General (Management) of the Transport Ministry, graciously accepted the memorandum presented by Mohd Adie Ali, the group's representative, flanked by 40 fellow riders representing their peers nationwide.

Addressing reporters, Mohd Adie emphasized their desire for the P-hailing company to reinstate the previous delivery rate of RM5, contrasting it with the current rates of RM4 and RM4.50. Expressing dissatisfaction with the recently implemented system since January, he urged the company to revert to the previous setup, asserting that many riders shared their disapproval.

Furthermore, Mohd Adie highlighted the riders' plea for an improvement in the cash payment return process for canceled orders, citing the current extended waiting period as a significant concern.

In a parallel stance, Kamarul Baharin Mansor, the Secretary-General of the Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC), stressed the government's responsibility to intervene and safeguard the welfare of delivery riders.

Urging the government to engage in constructive discussions with the workers, he emphasized the importance of prior consultation with employees if companies plan to implement any changes. Mansor assured unwavering support from MTUC in championing the rights of workers, including delivery riders, to protect their livelihoods.

Last week, Transport Minister Anthony Loke responded to the Malaysian Trade Union Congress (MTUC) regarding their appeal for government intervention in the wage concerns of p-hailing riders. Loke assured that the ministry would thoroughly examine the issue.

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