Yes. Parents are given full flexibility to reallocate their shared parental leave on their own, based on the caregiving arrangement best suited for their families’ needs.
In coming up with the changes, PM Wong said the Government studied other countries that offer longer parental leave of a year or more. In these countries, part of the leave is provided at reduced pay or is entirely unpaid, he noted. In addition, employees may have to take on a different role when they return to work.
SINGAPORE - A Singapore-based activist group urging abolition of the death penalty has been issued its second correction order in August over false statements about the treatment of death row prisoners here.
SINGAPORE – National unity is not about uniformity, but about recognising that different opinions and values can coexist while remaining committed to the common good, said Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh.
SINGAPORE - Families will get more support, and help will be given to Singaporeans who have met with setbacks in employment, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Aug 8 as he set out how the Government intends to work with the people to build a better Singapore.
SINGAPORE – A Singapore-based activist group pushing for the death penalty to be abolished here has been issued a correction order for posts making false and misleading statements about the treatment of death row prisoners.
SINGAPORE – Eateries and food businesses can soon have greater peace of mind when donating unsold food, with a new law protecting them from lawsuits as long as they comply with strict food safety and hygiene laws.