Send away foreigners and jobs for locals go too: PM
PM Lee said that S'poreans should look at foreign workers objectively.
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S'poreans may lose jobs without foreign workers: PM
PM Lee noted that some S'poreans think that foreign workers are the problem because they are under-cutting the wages of locals. -ST |
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M'sian union chief wants minimum wage
Minimum wage of RM1,200 (S$517) to help workers cope with soaring food and fuel prices.
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Do locals really benefit from new jobs, WP asks
Of the 236,600 new jobs created last year, 144,500 went to foreigners.
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Variable bonus hikes a realistic way to go, suggests PM Lee
This will keep wage structure flexible for companies while providing help to workers, he says.
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Worker's hand crushed in printer a day after safety council launch
The council had earlier identified hand-related injuries - as in the latest incident - as a key focus this year.
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Jobs for Singaporeans: WP challenged to act on its words
The labour movement went on the offensive yesterday against the Workers' Party (WP), challenging the latter to match its words with deeds.
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Conned by job agents; caned for overstaying
China worker who goes home broke recounts ordeal of coming to S'pore hoping to land higher paying job. |
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No minimum wage yet, says PM
PM Badawi says govt cannot introduce the minimum wage now as demanded by the Malaysian Trade Union Congress for fear that it will cause inflation. -The Star
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MTUC: Citing inflation is a weak argument
People are suffering, given their low purchasing power. |
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Philippine govt in a bind over wage hikes
10% pay rise to cope with rising costs could erode country's competitiveness.
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Catching 'India fever'
More Singaporeans are flocking to a booming India for work and university internships. |
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How local workers can have edge
I would like to encourage local employees to view foreign workers as a challenge to improve themselves. What can we do to stay valuable to our employers? -myp
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Directorships: Have a limit for each person
Not every company can vouch for the third trait of a good director - commitment (of time). -ST
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'Ghost workers' on payroll in ploy to get foreigners
Five employers being investigated for false declarations. The probe was sparked by complaints of errant employers MOM received since a new rule was introduced last year. -ST
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S'pore salaries stabilise; pay range broadens
Senior managers with specialised skills still command higher starting pay. |
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More foreigners needed for service jobs: SHRI
IT is unrealistic to expect companies here to give jobs only to locals - for the simple reason that there aren't enough of them to fill the vacancies, a human resource chief said yesterday.
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NTUC chief on the best way to help workers
I REFER to Tuesday's letter, 'Address Workers' Party query' by Mr Nicholas Loh, which asked how Singaporean workers' societal position was not in question.
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Do they steal or save local jobs?
Are foreigners threats or assets to Singapore? Debates are raging as more foreign talents are choosing to live, and work in Singapore. -TNP
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More electronics industry worker retrenchments expected
The union expects more to come - a projection in light of an uncertain global economy which is in part due to the financial crises in the US. -ST
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Clerk-boss pay gap here narrows by 5.1% in 2007
Disparities in other Asian countries widen, shows survey of 12m employees.
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Guangdong latest province to join wage hike move
This is meant to help households, especially low- income families, cope with the country's surging inflation, which has fuelled government fears of potential social unrest.
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I regret being so naive
He entrusted his Singpass, personal documents to his friend, only to realize later that his identity has been used to apply for two maids.
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Maid agency: We trusted couple because...
Two employment agencies that allegedly processed the employment of two maids without proper authorisation are now under investigation by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM). |
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Improve the lot of 'invisible' workers
Their basic salaries have not kept up with inflation rates. A big proportion of their pay is spent on basic necessities, and the prices of these have risen greatly.
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Stop thinking that cleaning jobs are undesirable
A job helps them maintain their physical and mental well-being, gives them the dignity which comes with earning their keep, and occupies their time fruitfully. |
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Battle of the Titans
The former CEO of NTUC Income, Mr Tan Kin Lian, is organising a 'collective protest-action' at his blog.
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Not all foreigners need English
If they can perform their duties adequately, why should we add other parameters to their condition of employment? |
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Eng Wah tycoon's suit returns to court
Cinema magnate Goh Eng Wah, 85, is suing former NMP Robert Chua and four others for more than $1 million in alleged payout shortfalls from a firm they once jointly owned.
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QFLF scheme will increase competition
Two international law firms are looking to set up shop here this year. |
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Services sector fosters growth
But Singapore is hampered by a small home market and must go global.
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All foreign workers should pass language proficiency test
If not, S'pore will end up with workers who are unable to perform their job competently. |
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New retirement age for SBS Transit bus drivers set at 65 years
Already short of 200 drivers, it will come under further pressure next year with new requirement to shorten waiting times.
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How businesses get around quotas for hiring labourers
Business owners offer jobs under the Employment Pass (EP) scheme, which is usually reserved for professionals and has no quotas. Once the workers get here, their duties and pay are downgraded. |
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'Rich' boss, but where's my pay?
$793 pay cheque bounced, 'sheikh' claims he has royal ties.
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Skills upgrade message is meant for all workers
When spreading the word on the importance of upgrading, we do not just target low-wage workers, but workers in general. |
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SBS Transit drivers can now work till they are 65
Bus operator introduces new retirement age in face of severe driver shortage.
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NTUC to track firms' keenness to re-employ older folks
'Re-employment should be about making productive and meaningful use of the mature workers as an asset to the organisations.'
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NWC recommends one-off inflation bonus for workers
RANK-AND-FILE workers in Singapore can expect a one-off inflation bonus this year to help them cope with rising prices, with low-wage workers getting more.
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New shelter for stranded workers
The new shelter, which is undergoing renovations, will be able to take in about 50 workers when ready, 10 more than the previous Petain Road shelter. |
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Family feud at HK property giant goes to court
Sun Hung Kai chairman sues brothers to stop them from firing him.
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Banks step up programmes to retain support staff
Shortage of back-end talent prompts them to devote more resources to training. -ST |
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Safeguard dignity of elderly workers
Ageism is defined as systematic stereotyping of, and discrimination against, people because they are old.
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She's redeployed with pay hike in her 50s
STMicroelectronics partners unions to train 300 back-end staff for new jobs. |
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Top monk's 2001 earnings - $660,000
UFS is seeking, among other things, compensation for an unpaid $13.3 million loan to the partnership.
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Kwok family woes now tabloid fodder
Sun Hung Kai chairman files writ against brothers. |
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Vietnam workers fight for better pay
Strikes turning violent and factories shut as they strike for wages to keep up with inflation.
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Monk got $900k as 'professional fees'
But money was used to repay bank loans taken out to renovate temple. |
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Only 10% of S'pore firms hit by corruption
Just one in 10 firms polled in the Republic has experienced an incidence of bribery or corruption in the past two years.
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41 get nod for good service
'I found out she liked our fried noodles, so I asked our chef to prepare a special plate just for her.' |
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Record number suffer from job-related mental disorders in Japan
81 committed suicide for the year. -AFP
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English test for foreign front-line staff? Bosses say 'no'
Many not keen on imposing test, citing current labour crunch in service industry. |
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100 and still working 12-hour shifts
Sprightly old dame Tan Lau who is 100 years old, is a cashier at the Shun Kee Eating House in Geylang Road. She's still very alert, knows when bills are not paid and washes her own clothes. -TNP
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Wanted: legislation to protect whistle blowers
This is needed if Singapore is serious about reducing fraud in the workplace, says expert. |
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Work it out for policy-holders' sake
Why is Income holding on to so different a viewpoint instead of taking advice from its former chief?
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Hard life, hard luck
Indian grad quits white-collar job for blue-collar work. |
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Take a hard look at maid agencies
Some agencies trick maids into paying high charges to work in S'pore.
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It's mostly service with a smile - and good English too
Informal survey found that foreigners fared as well as their local counterparts in four areas tested. |
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Civil servants to get half-month mid-year bonus, plus $100 to $300
Lower division officers will receive more. -ST
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Fewer expats expected to fill top posts in 5 years
Firms to turn to local talent as Asian developing nations mature. |
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SICC priority: Tackling labour shortage
This reduces service quality and capacity when tourism has become a key growth sector for S'pore's economy.
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Civil servants may work from home
"e-office" idea is under study and will be tested soon. |
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More businesses will hand out one-off inflation relief
More unionised companies expected to make one-off payments to workers.
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Local execs poised to turn the tables on expats
Headhunters are seeing a new trend in emerging markets. |
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Just who is this Suntec City 'sheikh'?
Mystery businessman has no royal links, says UAE embassy. He has also been jailed in Abu Dhabi and banned from UAE.
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Going bust younger - and owing much more
Average bankrupt this year owes $360K, compared to $180K in 2007. |
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