First review of Employment Act in 6 years
Singapore
PROFESSIONALS, managers and executives (PMEs) earning more than S$4,500 a month may soon be legally entitled to basic rights such as public holiday and sick leave entitlements, receiving their salary on time, and redress for wrongful dismissals.
The Manpower Ministry (MOM) is reviewing the Employment Act - Singapore's main labour law - and wants the public to provide feedback on its proposed changes. The consultation period lasts a month, starting Thursday.
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