The Government understands that the loss of employment is a much more disruptive and potentially destructive process that goes beyond the loss of wages. It will continue to work with companies to educate them on all forms of possible cost-saving measures so that retrenchment always remains a last resort. Manpower Minis
The arts have an important role to play in preventive and curative healthcare, with a whole sliding scale of use for therapeutic purposes, said NMP Usha Chandradas. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday (Feb 6), she said they have a key role to play in every tier of Singapore's national mental health and well-being strateg
The upcoming workplace fairness legislation, which recognises mental health as a protected characteristic, is highly relevant, said NMP Ong Hua Han. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday (Feb 6), he said for employers and employees to navigate the new landscape confidently, clarity is essential. He wanted to know how the n
This bill represents a critical step forward in aligning Singapore's regulatory framework with evolving global standards, said MP Yip Hon Weng. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday (Feb 6), he stressed the need to remain thoughtful of potential regulatory overreach and ensure that the new powers for the registrar are judi
Annual deaths in Singapore are expected to increase from about 25,000 today to about 60,000 by the 2060s. The National Environment Agency (NEA) works closely with land use agencies to plan ahead for more after-death facilities, such as funeral parlours, wake halls and columbariums to ensure adequate capacity. Senior Pa