Getting vaccinated is certainly a top priority as it is proven to save an individual from hospitalisation and death if they contract Covid-19.
However, in a press release by the Malaysian Public Service Department, it has been revealed that 1.6% (16,902) public servants have not been vaccinated.
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Due to that, the Malaysian Public Service Department has taken it to themselves to make vaccination compulsory for all public servants. This move is to give confidence and assurance to the public and to make sure that the service given to the public is smooth.
Elaborating more on that, JPA said that all of the unvaccinated employees should be fully vaccinated by 1 November. In the time frame, the unvaccinated staff will need to go to vaccination centres that allow walk-in. Those who are unable to get vaccinated due to underlying conditions will need to present a document explaining their condition that is verified by a government medical officer to their Head of the department.
If a civil servant does not get vaccinated after 1 November without a medical letter, they will be subjected to disciplinary actions based on the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993 [P.U.(A)395/1993].
Well, this is certainly very reassuring!
