“This Budget seems to be more generous and more inclusive, especially in the quantum of top-ups, vouchers and rebates that are being given,” said Dr Teo Kay Key, a research fellow at the National University of Singapore’s (NUS) Institute of Policy Studies (IPS). “The SG60 package is also more generousContinue Reading
The government will continue to monitor fiscal trends closely and update Singapore’s medium-term projections, said Mr Wong. “In the meantime, we will spend responsibly and ensure resources are allocated effectively.” If and when there is more revenue, Singapore will put it to “good use”, said the Prime Minister. THE BUDGETContinue Reading
SINGAPORE: A SkillsFuture initiative that provides an allowance to mid-career workers aged 40 and above taking up training courses will be expanded to include part-time programmes. Starting early next year, workers enrolled in part-time training will get a fixed allowance of S$300 (US$220) a month to help defray their learningContinue Reading
