Easing of WFH rules leaves CBD retailers hopeful, but uncertain
Some are wondering if pandemic has permanently changed working behaviours; F&B revenues still remain badly hit
Singapore
RETAILERS in Singapore's Central Business District (CBD) welcomed the easing of work-from-home (WFH) restrictions on Wednesday.
But some are wondering if the pandemic has permanently changed working behaviours - such that workers will stay home regardless.
Meanwhile, safe-distancing measures continue to bind F&B (food and beverage) outlets' revenues.
From April 5, the proportion of employees allowed to be at the workplace at any one …
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