The tripartite national wage committee is expected to propose a hike in minimum wages in August, but a flat-rate wage of 492 baht (US$14.3) a day is unlikely.
Permanent secretary of labour Boonchob Suttamanaswong said the committee, which comprises labour, business and government representatives, has begun reviewing minimum wages and it is expected to reach a decision in August or September.
“We should know if the wages will be increased [soon]. I think the wages are likely to be raised, but by how much I have no idea. I’ll ask the committee to finish its consideration in August and forward it to the decision-makers,” he said.
However, he said it is unlikely they would climb to a standard 492 baht nationwide as demanded by two labour groups.
Mr Boonchob said the national wage…
