JAKARTA - Member of Commission V of the House of Representatives, Sudjatmiko, asked the Ministry of Transportation (Kemenhub) and the Ministry of Manpower (Kemenaker) to ensure that the process of distributing the Eid Bonus (THR) or Eid Bonus (BHR) for drivers and online couriers (online) is transparent, accountable, and fair. Strict government surveillance related to this THR is needed to ensure the welfare of workers in the logistics sector based on applications.
"We ask the Ministry of Manpower to coordinate with the Ministry of Transportation to ensure that the distribution of THR for online motorcycle drivers is carried out openly and without anyone being covered up. This is not just an administrative issue, but a tangible form of the state's support for their rights," said Sudjatmiko in Jakarta, Friday, February 27.
Sudjatmiko assessed that the synergy between the Ministry of Transportation as a transportation regulator and the Ministry of Manpower as a supervisor of worker protection is very crucial, considering the position of online drivers who are in the partnership scheme are often vulnerable to inequality in determining criteria and bonus amounts if there is no strict government supervision.
"The Ministry of Transportation and the Ministry of Manpower must have clear indicators that must be obeyed by online transportation application service providers in providing BHR to their partners," he said.
The legislator from the West Java District also reminded that the provision of BHR which has been regulated since last year through the Minister of Home Affairs Circular should not be a symbolic policy. Sudjatmiko encouraged a thorough evaluation of the implementation of the previous year, especially regarding the criteria for recipients and the transparency of bonus calculations so that they are more feasible and targeted.
"Don't let them just become the backbone of the service without getting the proper appreciation. They must feel BHR as an appreciation for their hard work, especially before the holidays when household needs increase significantly," he said.
Sudjatmiko emphasized that the evaluation of the amount of bonuses was the main point that the government must pay attention to this year. He hopes that the state will actively ensure that the appraisers comply with existing provisions, so that there are no loopholes that are detrimental to drivers and couriers.
"There must be a thorough evaluation, including the amount and transparency of the calculation. The state must be present to ensure that drivers and couriers get their rights in a decent and fair way," he concluded.
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