19 articles tagged "fcef"
The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation is concerned with the alleged intimidation tactics used by the Labour Officers to target a particular member and official of FCEF. The member, who is also the Chairperson
Fiji Trades Union Congress General Secretary Felix Anthony’s comments on the amendments to the Employment Relations Act, saying that real improvements cannot be achieved while workers continue to earn “poverty wages
The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation says new labour laws must be fair and realistic for Fiji’s economy. FCEF Chief Executive Officer Edward Bernard says while international labour rules are important, it s
The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has called on the government and training institutions to prioritise Fiji’s local labour market needs by developing strategies and training programmes to ensure economic and
The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation says they are yet to see the Employment Relations Bill tabled in Parliament for the first and second readings, and they will provide its comprehensive comments after a thorough
Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation CEO Edward Bernard says that matching or exceeding the financial offers made by Australia and New Zealand does not make economic sense, and if the Vice-Chancellor of the University
As we await the 2025/2026 National Budget announcement this Friday, Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation CEO Edward Bernard has outlined high costs, tax reforms, and skills shortages as key concerns affecting business
The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation is calling on the Minister for Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations Agni Deo Singh to utilise the tripartite structure of the Wages Councils articulated in the law.
The Fiji Trade Union Congress has criticised the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation for its repeated delays and shifting stance on the Employment Relations Bill review, accusing it of acting in bad faith by retracti
Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation CEO Edward Bernard says employers look at all costs across the business and not just wages or minimum wage alone as skills crisis and low productivity is also driving the cost of d
To develop an inclusive and proactive strategy, the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation is undertaking a nationwide consultation with its members to develop a strategy that will guide the federation's efforts on labo
Investment in the country will be affected if amendments to the current Employment Relations Act come into effect as there are huge fines and the breaches would be criminalised. This has been highlighted by Fiji Co
Exciting news for graduates who want to start their own businesses instead of looking for jobs after graduation, as the government and TSLS have introduced a new $10,000 grant scheme to help them make their dreams come
Edward Bernard is the new Chief Executive Officer for the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation. FCEF says Bernard’s appointment will be effective from Monday, 11th November. They say Bernard brings a wealt
The Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Service and the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the implementation of the Graduate Business Start-Up Grant Scheme where 30 TSLS spo
As the national minimum wage is progressively being increased to $5 an hour and there are concerns that the increase in the cost of doing business will be passed down to consumers, Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation
The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has today expressed concern over the mounting pressure faced by employers in a challenging business environment, and said that there should be a cautious approach on minimum wa
Our mandate is to protect, promote and preserve the interest of the Fiji private sector, business, employers and in totality our economy to ensure resilience and sustainability with continued growth. The Fiji Comme
The former President of the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation and Trustee of the Suva Royal Yacht Club David Aidney has passed away. Aidney who was battling cancer for some time now passed away in New Zealand
