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Symbiotic relationship between PAP and NTUC lets hard decisions be made: DPM Gan

(Clockwise, from front) DPM Gan Kim Yong, NTUC assistant secretary- general Yeo Wan Ling, Minister for Manpower Tan See Leng and NTUC secretary- general Ng Chee Meng at Downtown East on Nov 13.
(Clockwise, from front) DPM Gan Kim Yong, NTUC assistant secretary- general Yeo Wan Ling, Minister for Manpower Tan See Leng and NTUC secretary- general Ng Chee Meng at Downtown East on Nov 13.

Salary, wrong dismissal claims in S’pore up in 2024 amid higher job turnover, more business closures

Local employees in the infocomm sector filed more salary claims in 2024.
Local employees in the infocomm sector filed more salary claims in 2024.

The truth about AI: Firms will profit, workers will lose jobs

Singapore will be among the front ranks of those better prepared for this new era but that does not mean it will escape the fallout in its extended neighbourhood, says the writer.
Singapore will be among the front ranks of those better prepared for this new era but that does not mean it will escape the fallout in its extended neighbourhood, says the writer.

New tie-up offers insurance savings for SMEs committed to workers’ health and well-being

Minister of State for Manpower Dinesh Vasu Dash speaking at the inaugural Tripartite Connect 2025.
Minister of State for Manpower Dinesh Vasu Dash speaking at the inaugural Tripartite Connect 2025.

MOM probing work injury claim flagged by late Sumo Salad boss Jane Lee: MOS Dinesh

Ms Jane Lee died a day after posting two Facebook messages on July 18, alleging that a former staff member had faked a fall just two days before the end of her contract.
Ms Jane Lee died a day after posting two Facebook messages on July 18, alleging that a former staff member had faked a fall just two days before the end of her contract.

NTUC to push for more business transformation and workforce training: Ng Chee Meng at May Day Rally

Labour chief Ng Chee Ming speaking at the May Day Rally 2025 at Downtown East on May 1.
Labour chief Ng Chee Ming speaking at the May Day Rally 2025 at Downtown East on May 1.

A breakthrough year in advancing workers’ rights in Singapore

Employers are expected to ensure that workplace practices do not discriminate against workers on the basis of these characteristics.
Employers are expected to ensure that workplace practices do not discriminate against workers on the basis of these characteristics.

Employers’ federation names MOM divisional director as new CEO

Senior civil servant Hao Shuo (left), who is currently the MOM's divisional director for manpower planning and policy, will replace Mr Sim Gim Guan in the hot seat.
Senior civil servant Hao Shuo (left), who is currently the MOM's divisional director for manpower planning and policy, will replace Mr Sim Gim Guan in the hot seat.

National Wages Council recommends pay rise of 5.5% to 7.5% for lower-wage workers

Employers that have done well should offer these workers a raise of at least $100 to $120, even if it is higher than the percentage range stipulated.
Employers that have done well should offer these workers a raise of at least $100 to $120, even if it is higher than the percentage range stipulated.

NTUC plans to form union-like bodies for platform workers if draft laws are passed

Under existing laws, platform workers cannot form unions as they are not recognised as employees.
Under existing laws, platform workers cannot form unions as they are not recognised as employees.

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