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Employment ‘more robust’ in Q2: MoM
Employment ‘more robust’ in Q2: MoM
The employment rate likely expanded by 1.9% during the quarter.
Chart of the day: Industries that will ramp up hiring activities in Q3
Eight out of 11 industries predict double-digit growth for Q3.
Wong warns of major challenges amidst rise of gig and remote work
NTUC will need to reinvent itself to address these challenges, says the DPM.
Chart of the day: Salary disputes drop in 2021
Approximately 84% of salary claims were resolved that year.
Work flexibility no longer the main driver for Singaporeans to switch jobs
Four in 10 Singaporeans would rather get higher pay.
Chart of the day: Wrongful dismissal claims dips in 2021
26% of wrongful dismissal cases assessed were substantiated.
Employment appeals fall significantly to 1.73 per 1,000 employees in 2021: MOM
Most of the complaints filed were salary and dismissal claims.
Businesses want 2-year instalment payment options: survey
About six in 10 want to accept instalments in cryptocurrency.
How the 2-year remote setup subdued Singapore workers’ productivity
The lack of proper digital tools at home posed the greatest challenge to flexible work arrangements, a study found.
Dangerous workplace incidents doubled in H12022
The MoM recorded 9,000 violations of the Workplace Safety and Health Act.
73% of employees are looking to fill tech-lite roles in the next 2 years
Companies are open to hiring candidates without relevant education but who have coding certification.
Chart of the day: Remote job postings in Singapore fall by 25% in May
Job seekers, however, remain intent on working from home.
6 in 10 young employees would leave employers who insist on full-time onsite work
About 35% of older employees would also consider quitting.
Under a microscope: Foreigners and firms face tougher scrutiny under new EP application policy
Applicants will now need to pass a points-based evaluation and meet a higher qualifying salary.
Underpaid? Only 31% of employees say they are fairly rewarded financially
Those who don't receive fair financial rewards may consider changing jobs.
Look locally: HR experts advise firms amidst stricter working permit system
Foreign workers will be subject to increased scrutiny under the upgraded EP application system.
Two-thirds of employees prefer flexibility over a 4-day work week
Employees fear that a shortened work week would lead to longer working hours.
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