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HRadio: Balancing compensation concerns

Last year, the economy forced many organizations to freeze salaries or reduce pay increases. Mercer's Shinny Feng and HRadio’s Richard Klein discuss ways to address salaries that are now behind market as a result of cost containment measures. (Podcast, 3 Nov 2009) More

HRadio: Insurance-linked securities in Australia

Insurance-linked securities can be an attractive asset class for institutional investors looking to diversify their holdings. Ryan Bisch of Mercer Melbourne tells HRadio listeners which investors may find these products appropriate. (Podcast, 3 Nov 2009) More

Taiwan expatriates may be denied health coverage

Expatriates returning to Taiwan would be subject to a four-month waiting period for national health insurance under a proposed bill. The bill aims to curb abuse of the low-cost system, which now covers citizens during short stays back in the country. (Select News, 3 Nov 2009) More

Argentina promotes medical tourism

In response to recent low tourism rates, Argentina is now promoting medical tourism through a government initiative, Medicina Argentina. Tourists are offered highly specialized health care treatments along with visits to unique tourist attractions. (Select News, 3 Nov 2009) More

Canada: Nova Scotia’s phased retirement bill

A phased retirement bill (Bill no. 48) has been introduced in Nova Scotia, Canada, which would allow employees who meet pension plan retirement criteria to continue working, accruing additional benefits, while receiving retirement benefits. (Select News, 2 Nov 2009) More

Thailand proposes social security for all workers

Social security legislation for the “informal sector,” including part-time and sub-contract workers, will be considered by Thailand’s Cabinet. Under the proposal, generally any Thai under 60 years of age could contribute to the program. (Select News, 2 Nov 2009) More

US bill would extend, expand COBRA subsidy program

A new House bill would expand the COBRA premium subsidy program to offer subsidies for longer periods to more people losing health benefits after job loss. HR 3920 also would expand the maximum COBRA period from 18 to 24 months in certain cases. (GRIST, 2 Nov 2009, 1 page) More | Article

HRadio: New era dawning for benefits plans

The current economic turmoil presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for transforming employer benefits. Mercer experts John Betts and Christine Owen provide HRadio listeners with an overview of considerations for governments and employers. (Podcast, 2 Nov 2009) More

HRadio: Hot benefits issues in Latin America

Employers designing health benefits plans for Latin American countries must first consider each nation’s social security system. Andres Guzman, of Mercer Latin America, provides HRadio with an overview and a look at some country-specific issues. (Podcast, 2 Nov 2009) More

Australia’s employee share scheme tax bill

Legislation to reform the taxation of employee share schemes has been submitted to Australia’s Parliament and reflects recent industry consultations on the draft exposure packages. When enacted, the changes will apply retroactively from 1 Jul 2009. (Select News, 30 Oct 2009) More