S’pore extends Jobs Support Scheme among $8b worth of measures
The scheme, which was due to expire in August, will be extended by seven months until March next year at a more sustainable level.
Google ignites skills learning in Singapore
Google Singapore’s Ben King explains to HRM Asia the company’s role in the Skills Ignition SG programme, and how it is helping to reshape L&D needs.
Singapore Airlines introduces more cost-cutting measures
A new scheme offers cabin crew members the option of early release or retirement as the airline continues to struggle with the COVID-19 pandemic.
92,000 jobs committed to Singapore job seekers
Manpower Minister Josephine Teo revealed that about seven in 10 of the jobs committed so far are PMET roles.
Singapore reviewing work-from-home policy
Companies operating in Singapore have called on more flexibility to be exercised where work arrangements are concerned.
47 firms in Singapore on watchlist for possible discriminatory hiring
The companies, which comprise of both large and small firms, are found to have “exceptionally high share of PMETs compared with their industry peers”.
Uber extends work-from-home option for employees
Uber employees can choose to continue working from home through June 2021, even if offices open before then.
Singapore Airlines cuts pay for all staff by at least 10%
The company will also be offering a COVID-19 special early retirement scheme to all ground staff and pilots.
Unions halt ‘unacceptable’ retrenchment exercise by employer
NTUC, together with three unions, has reached an amicable agreement with a SIA Engineering-linked company on the retrenchment.
Singapore records highest unemployment rate in more than a decade
As of June 2020, there were 90,500 unemployed residents, of whom 79,600 were citizens.
SIA Engineering-linked company criticised over handling of layoffs
The company has reportedly laid off 144 workers over three days without providing prior notice or proper reason.
MOM: Helping displaced Singaporeans find jobs “topmost priority”
Minister for Manpower Josephine Teo also expressed her commitment to ensuring essential workers get “fair opportunities” to progress.
Is Ethical Hacking the next big thing in the talent market?
As cyberattacks become more prevalent, sophisticated, and large-scale, there has never been a greater demand for ethical hackers.
New work-from-home insurance launched in Singapore
The work-from-home insurance policy will cover risks ranging from mental health issues to even tripping over toys.
Singapore employers to receive S$4 billion to pay wages
140,000 employers will be receiving the payout which will add up to a total of S$15 billion disbursed since the first round of support packages.
Resorts World Sentosa lays off staff, to give them “fair compensation”
The integrated resort operator said the vast majority of local staff have been retained while all affected workers will get a “fair compensation”.
Singapore enters into technical recession
COVID-19 drove Singapore’s economy into a 41.2% contraction in the second quarter of 2020, as the government warns of a long recovery ahead.
4 in 10 Singaporeans considering leaving jobs to start business
Singapore employers are facing a challenge in retaining their talent, with 41% of workers considering to be entrepreneurs.
At CDL, it’s about building an engaged, future-ready workforce
EXCLUSIVE: For City Developments Limited (CDL), it’s not just about developing large scale buildings around the world, but the people behind its success.
NTUC Job Security Council to help affected workers find new jobs
It will also help companies in Singapore meet manpower needs by mobilising workers from firms with excess manpower.
Singapore PM: Securing and creating jobs the top priority
Speaking ahead of the country’s general elections, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong insisted that jobs will be the government’s top priority.
Companies in South-east Asia prepare for business restructure
61% of businesses in the region expect a significant or worse decline in annual revenue in the wake of COVID-19, new survey shows.
1 in 4 Singaporeans lost their jobs due to COVID-19
The latest survey also revealed that Singaporeans had to work outside of their usual hours such as evenings and weekends during the work-from-home period.
Jetstar Asia to cut a quarter of its workforce as part of recovery plan
The job cuts, affecting a mainly Singapore-based workforce, will come from across all parts of the business.
Asia-Pacific businesses kickstart COVID-19 recovery
10 million small businesses across Asia-Pacific will participate in Visa’s global programme designed to meet demand for cashless payments.
Driving people-centricity as workplaces reopen
Ernst & Young details how organisations should plan for their return to work with the adoption of a people-centric approach.
Ride-hailing firm Gojek lays off 430 staff
This comes three months after cutting 25% of its senior management pay and all budgeted salary increases for the year.
Singapore employers find agility to meet business challenges
In the second of a 2-part article, the spotlight is on how the Professional Conversion Programme has helped a local company overcome the challenges in today’s economic climate.
Amazon deploys visual social distancing aid for workers
The e-commerce giant will also be making the technology open source to help other businesses ensure social distancing for their employees.
COVID-19 pushes businesses to change IT priorities
Businesses in South-east Asia, Australia and Newland are prioritising improving ICT and security resilience for business continuity plans.