Acknowledging the varied caregiving needs and diverse demands involved, the Ministry said it plans to research and continue exploring ways to better help working caregivers.
"Businesses that provide flexible and hybrid work arrangements benefit from talent attraction and retention, as more employees seek better work-life balance," Minister Indranee Rajah affirmed.
Member of Parliament (MP) for Nee Soon GRC Louis Ng has always been known for speaking up on social causes, such as allowing cats in HDB flats and prohibiting smoking near windows and balconies in residential areas. In his speech during the Debate on the Motion of Thanks to the President on Wednesday (April 19), Ng brought the House's attention.
Leaves such as childcare leave are currently mandated, while employers are also encouraged to provide enhanced benefits such as paid parental care or child sick leave, Dr. Tan See Leng affirmed.