While many have welcomed the move to provide housing for foreign workers, some industry players have raised concerns over it, including asking for a longer grace period.
Federation of MalaysianManufacturers (FMM) president Sri Soh Thian Lai said the amendments to the minimum standards of Housing and Amenities(Amendment) Act was a good decision in the long term as it would ensure conducive housing condition for all workers, and enhance the health and productivity of the workforce in the country.