The economic uncertainty caused by COVID-19 has intensified pressure on middle income Singaporeans. This can be seen in the growing restlessness over foreigners, particularly work pass holders.
Singaporean workers have valid questions about work pass holders which must be addressed.
First, Singaporeans must be assured that Employment Pass and S Pass holders are of the right standard. Criteria for EP & S-Passes will continue to be tightened over time, gradually and progressively.
Second, all employees must be assured of fair treatment at the workplace. Of course, not every company plays ball. A few have not been fair employers, hiring from their own countries rather than on merit. Government agencies deal with these transgressions firmly.
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