Workfare: We want CPF, not cash?
I refer to the article “Many low-wage workers prefer cash plus CPF mix” (Straits Times, Aug 11). Only 14% prefer cash? It states that “Of…
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NTUC offers 15 PMET job openings?: Latest statistical highlights
I refer to the report “NTUC looks to provide more job opportunities for mature PMEs” (Channel NewsAsia, Jul 22). It states that “Singapore’s labour movement…
Population feedback: What statistics are missing?
I refer to the Issues Paper, Our Population Our Future, July 2012, published by the National Population and Talent Division of the Prime Minister’s Office,…
Only 45% of hotel workers are locals?
I refer to the article “NTUC to boost hotel staff wages” (Straits Times, Jul 25). It states that “(NTUC) unveiled a progressive wage framework that…
Funny survey on Re-employment?
I refer to the reports “More private firms allow local employees to work beyond 62” (ST, Jul 20) http://www.straitstimes.com/BreakingNews/Singapore/Story/STIStory_824312.html and “Nearly all local employees retiring…
Town Council’s Reply to “Is The Town Council Confused About Cleaners’ Pay?”
19 July, 2012 theonlinecitizen We refer to the article “Is The Town Council Confused About Cleaners’ Pay?” by Mr Leong Sze Hian dated 12 July…
Latest statistical highlights: Job placement rate drops to 14%
I refer to the Department of Statistics’ Monthly Digest of Statistics Singapore June 2012. http://www.singstat.gov.sg/pubn/reference/mdsjun12.pdf Job Seekers Attended to by the Community Development Councils (CDCs)…
Town council confused about cleaners’ pay?
I refer to the article “Town council chips in to raise wages” (ST, Jul 8).https://www.facebook.com/notes/reachsingapore/town-council-chips-in-to-raise-wages/10150944353978795 All cleaners already earn over $1,000? It states that “This…
Minimum wage for civil servants?
I refer to the mid-year increase in pay for civil servants. $60 increase I would like to applaud the $60 per month additional increment for…
A “Depressing” story of wages in Singapore?
I refer to the Ministry of Manpower’s (MOM) Report on Wages in Singapore, 2011, released om 29 June.http://www.mom.gov.sg/statistics-publications/national-labour-market-information/publications/pages/report-wages-singapore11.aspx From basic wage to total wage…