After four months in lockdown, some workers just want to go home

Published Wed, Aug 12, 2020 · 09:50 PM

Singapore

WITH all dormitories declared Covid-cleared on Tuesday, it is hoped that the ordeals suffered by many foreign workers will be alleviated as they gradually emerge from prolonged periods of lockdown and confusion.

Singaporeans cheered when the nation exited a partial lockdown on June 2. But for most of the 323,000 migrant workers housed in dormitories here, the lockdown never ended.

Some have served consecutive stay-home notices or quarantine orders (QOs) since April 7, despite repeatedly testing negative.

Meanwhile, a new law that took effect on June 2 also restricts Work Permit and S-Pass holders from leaving their dorms except for w…