I have been given a termination letter because my employer’s business needs to cease. Is it possible for me to claim any severance compensation?

Termination compensation or benefits is claimable if the dismissed employee is covered under the Employment Act 1955 or Collective Agreement. Generally, the employee is entitled to claim statutory benefits such as pay in lieu of notice, termination benefits, payment of annual leave balance and salary balance (if any). Employees involved in retrenchment could refer to the nearest JTK office for detailed information. More information can also be found in the Garis Panduan Pengurusan Pemberhentian Pekerja.