SG Ministry of Manpower

2021-11-12 06:28:07 [Sent by MOM – 12 November]
 
Cost Sharing of Stay-Home Notice (SHN) and related COVID-19 tests between employers of transfer non-Malaysian Work Permit Holders (WPHs)
 
Current employers of non-Malaysian WPHs can arrange for SHN and related COVID-19 tests to be shared with subsequent employers, if the worker is transferred to another employer within 12 months from completion of SHN.
 
MOM has also issued guidelines recommending that employers bear the costs proportionate to the workers’ duration of employment within the 12-month period.
 
  Employers may also mutually determine the apportionment of costs, subject to the following criteria:
• The current employer does not receive more than what was paid for the costs of SHN and related COVID-19 tests
• Both employers sign a written agreement on the amount of costs shared, and the agreement is to be retained by both employers for one year from the agreement date
 
For more details, visit: https://go.gov.sg/scg18a
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2021-11-03 09:50:48 [Sent by MOM – 3 Nov]

Retirement & Re-Employment Amendment Bill 2021

The Bill establishes the maximum possible statutory retirement and re-employment ages at 65 and 70 respectively.
- Follows recommendations by the Tripartite Workgroup on Older Workers in 2019

To better support our seniors who are able and wish to continue working to do so, and boost their retirement adequacy

From 1 Jan 2022, CPF contribution rates raised by up to 2% for workers above 55 to 70 years old

From 1 Jul 2022, the retirement and re-employment ages will be raised to 63 and 68, respectively.

For more information, visit go.gov.sg/seniorworkers-support Open / Comment

2021-11-02 17:01:46 [Sent by MOM – 2 Nov]

CPF Amendment Bill 2021 was passed in Parliament today.

The CPF system will be simplified to:
Help members build up their retirement nest egg
Receive their retirement payouts smoothly
Streamline the administration of CPF schemes

There are no changes to the CPF withdrawal rules and payout ages.

Details on the CPF Amendment Bill 2021 can be found at cpf.gov.sg/CPFAA. Open / Comment

2021-10-28 12:08:35 [Sent by MOM - 28 October]

Mandatory Post-Placement Checks by Employment Agencies (EAs) for New Migrant Domestic Workers (MDWs) and their Employers
 
MOM will require EAs to conduct at least one post-placement check within three months after the MDW has joined the household.
 
Key Points to Note
This applies to all MDWs placed in households after 1 Dec 2021, regardless of their employment history in Singapore.
The check can be done via a phone call or in-person check-in.
The requirement will be made mandatory under the Employment Agencies Licencing Conditions (EALC).
 MOM will conduct routine audits to ensure adherence.
 
EAs are key intermediaries in facilitating matches between MDWs and employers. They can help to ensure that both parties settle well into the new working relationship.
 
For more details, visit go.gov.sg/postplacementchecks
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2021-10-27 07:01:36 [Sent by MOM – 27 Oct]

Report employment infringements on MOM’s website

Some examples of employment infringements include:
Employment Act violations
Workplace safety and health violations or lapses
Illegal employment or deployment of foreign workers
False declaration of foreign workers' salary or qualification

Watch this video to find out more and report employment infringements via this link: https://www.mom.gov.sg/eservices/services/report-an-infringement Open / Comment

2021-10-26 07:48:30 [Sent by MOM – 26 Oct]

HR Jobs will be transformed by technology in the next 5 years

Technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics and the Internet of Things are redefining business models and jobs

The HR Jobs Transformation Map provides HR professionals with insights on how their jobs will be transformed and the pathways they can take to pivot to new roles

For more details, visit https://go.gov.sg/hrjtm Open / Comment

2021-10-24 08:31:10 [Sent by MOM - 24 Oct]

Caring for our Migrant Workers (MWs) at Recovery Facilities

Fully vaccinated, COVID-positive MWs can recover safely in recovery facilities with ready access to medical care and telemedicine support.

Here are some things employers should note, if their workers stay at these facilities.
- Booklets: https://go.gov.sg/booklettrf
- Infosheets: https://go.gov.sg/infosheettrf Open / Comment

2021-10-23 14:10:09 [Sent by MOM – 23 Oct]
 
Implementation of Workforce Vaccination Measures
 
From 1 Jan 2022:
Unvaccinated employees will not be allowed to return to the workplace unless they test negative within 24 hours before their return
The test should be conducted via PET
Work-from-home remains the default arrangement until 21 Nov 2021, including for vaccinated employees
 
Employers can check their companies’ vaccination coverage here: https://go.gov.sg/percentvaccinated
Read our updated vaccination advisory here: www.mom.gov.sg/vaccinationadvisory   Open / Comment

2021-10-22 09:35:56 [Sent by MOM – 22 October]

Expansion of Community Visit Programme and More Convenient Access to Recreation Centres (RCs) for Vaccinated Migrant Workers (MWs)

Expansion of community visits
- From 30 Oct, more vaccinated migrant workers can visit an additional location option for a longer duration
- Up to 3,000 vaccinated migrant workers able to visit Little India and Geylang Serai per week, for eight hours per visit

Easing of measures at RCs
- From 30 Oct, RC visits will be made more accessible and convenient for vaccinated workers
- All vaccinated workers can visit up to three times a week, without a pre-visit Antigen Rapid Test

For more details, visit: go.gov.sg/pr2210 Open / Comment

2021-10-21 16:40:29 [Sent by MOM – 21 October]

Revised Dates for Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji Public Holidays In 2022

Taking breaks helps you to recharge and achieve more.

If you’re planning your leave next year, take note that 3 May and 10 July are the new dates for Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji.

See the full list of public holidays here: go.gov.sg/public-holidays Open / Comment