SkillsFuture
Budget 2026: S$3.6 billion in PWCS funding helped 110,000 employers give wage increases from 2022 to 2024
The median monthly raise supported by the scheme was about S$250, across more than 710,000 workers
Budget 2026: Merged statutory board Workforce and Skills Singapore to be formed in Q3
The merger recognises that the operating context has changed significantly since 2016, when SSG and WSG were formed
Budget 2026: New SME AI Skills Launchpad to help businesses elevate AI awareness, adopt solutions
A new self-diagnostic tool will also be launched to help workers assess their AI readiness level and training needs
S$10 billion invested in workforce initiatives over past five years: MOM
Long-term unemployment rate for PMETs remains within the range observed during non-recessionary periods
Budget 2026: SkillsFuture Singapore, Workforce Singapore to be merged into new statutory board
New entity will be jointly overseen by manpower and education ministries
Training providers face tougher SkillsFuture funding criteria to prioritise industry-relevant skills
New guidelines apply to 500 training providers delivering about 9,500 courses
Taking stock of finances before 2025 ends
Six areas to look into when reviewing money decisions
SkillsFuture trainers to be banned from using third-party marketing from Dec 1
It is only allowed under collaborations with designated intermediaries
Over half of SkillsFuture Career Transition trainees land jobs within six months
The number of individuals enrolling in the programme has grown six times in the first year of implementation
Skills first, degree second: Redefining success in learning and working
As the global economy outlook remains uncertain, what we can do now increasingly matters more than qualifications we hold
