Ministry of Manpower

The Ministry of Manpower is a ministry of the Government of Singapore which is responsible for the formulation and implementation of labour policies related to the workforce in Singapore.
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MOM reveals 1,270 non-tech workers in tech firms were retrenched

Over 8 in 10 who were laid off were non-tech roles.

MOM reveals 1,270 non-tech workers in tech firms were retrenched

Over 8 in 10 who were laid off were non-tech roles.

Gov’t OKs proposal to give insurance, work injury compensation for gig workers

Gig workers are self-hired delivery, private-hire car drivers, and taxi drivers.

Non-resident workers in construction and manufacturing boost employment in Q3

Based on advanced estimates, total employment expanded by 75,600.

Chart of the day: Unemployment rates falls in August

Ministry of Manpower warns of a slowdown in labour market activity.

Workplace safety code of practice on directors unveiled: Tan 

It will boost workplace safety and health standards (WSH).

Non-residents boost employment figures in H122

There were 95,400 non-residents employed during the first half.

Performance bond no longer required from employers hiring Filipino domestic workers 

Previously, employers had to purchase a purchase bond of $7,000.

Target employment rate for persons with disabilities up 40%: Wong 

In 2021, the employment rate for the group rose by two percentage points.

Tripartism must be enhanced for new employment models: Tan

Under tripartism, union, government and employers must collaborate.

Employment ‘more robust’ in Q2: MoM

The employment rate likely expanded by 1.9% during the quarter. 

Chart of the day: Salary disputes drop in 2021

Approximately 84% of salary claims were resolved that year.

Employment appeals fall significantly to 1.73 per 1,000 employees in 2021: MOM

Most of the complaints filed were salary and dismissal claims. 

Chart of the day: Wrongful dismissal claims dips in 2021

26% of wrongful dismissal cases assessed were substantiated.

Dangerous workplace incidents doubled in H12022

The MoM recorded 9,000 violations of the Workplace Safety and Health Act. 

7 in 10 businesses have work safety and health technology in place

Companies who have yet to adopt one can tap on the Productivity Solutions Grant.

Meet the leaders of Forward Singapore

Several ministers will help review and refresh the market’s social compact.