What the release reports
The October 2020 update reinforces objective selection and long-term manpower planning, including maintaining a strong Singaporean core.
Details and conditions
Recommended practices include longer notice where possible, sensitive personal communication, HR and union support, adjustment time and counselling. Training assistance can help affected workers rebuild skills.
Context and follow-up
A responsible-retrenchment checklist was added. Employers should consider alternatives first and strengthen local hiring when business recovers. These good practices supplement contractual and statutory duties rather than erase them.
Official attachments and further guidance
Official source
This report is independently written from the MOM release dated above. Case status, policy announcements and historical figures refer to that release.
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