81-year-old tailor sees hope amid easing of Covid-19 workplace measures

Mr Ho Yong Lee's shop, Yi Kah Tailor Centre, offers made-to-measure and alteration services. ST PHOTO: ALPHONSUS CHERN
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SINGAPORE - A day after workers returned to their workplaces on April 26, when Covid-19 restrictions were further eased, a heartland tailor saw a 10 per cent to 15 per cent surge in sales.

For Mr Ho Yong Lee, 81, better business is a relief for him. He has a daughter, 48, who became paralysed after an accident 33 years ago. Her parents have engaged a domestic helper to care for her.

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