From Advocate to Beneficiary: The story of a union leader & paraplegic
-The real benefits only available through shakai hoken- Dennis Tesolat, General Secretary of the General Union, never imagined he’d become…
Are You Ready for the Change? October 2024 is Coming Soon
Most General Union members work in irregular or part-time employment. We now have some important news that could significantly impact…
Shakai Hoken Law Changes 1 October
We just wanted to let you know that the as of 1 October, enrolment for Shakai Hoken (Employee’s Health &…
Dear General Union: Shakai Hoken Questions
As you might imagine, the General Union tends to receive a lot of email enquiries from members and non-members alike.As…
Don’t Want Shakai Hoken? You May Want To Think Again…
As you might have heard, there has recently been a reduction in eligibility requirements for shakai hoken (Employee Health and…
Shakai Hoken Laws are Changing in 2016. How Will you be Affected?
Do you have shakai hoken? Do you want it? The General Union has been fighting for its members to get…