Purpose and registry
Trade unions are worker or employer associations primarily regulating employment relations to improve industrial harmony, conditions and economic/social standing, and productivity for workers, employers and Singapore. The Registry of Trade Unions administers legislation and responsible union management. Contact 6438 5122 or [email protected].
| Law | Function |
|---|---|
| Trade Unions Act and Regulations | Union activities, proper management, safekeeping funds and free election of officers |
| Trade Disputes Act | Industrial action and lockouts |
| Criminal Law (Temporary Provisions) Act Part 3 | Temporary restrictions on strikes and lockouts in essential services |
| Singapore Labour Foundation Act | Member/family welfare and union movement development |
Directory, statistics and services
Use the related directory to identify industry/occupation unions, statistics for disputes, stoppages, representation and collective agreements, and eServices for applications, notifications and updates.
Related topics and services
Official documents and references
- Trade Unions Act (Cap 333) ↗ Government source
- Trade Unions Regulations ↗ Government source
- Trade Disputes Act (Cap 331) ↗ Government source
- Part 3 of the Criminal Law (Temporary Provisions) Act (Cap 67) ↗ Government source
- Singapore Labour Foundation Act (Cap 302) ↗ Government source
- Trade union statistics and publications ↗ Government source