SINGAPORE, Feb 25 — Three Members of Parliament (MPs) suggested yesterday that it may be time for Singapore to consider a form of unemployment insurance to help those who lose their jobs. The possible need for this safety net for out-of-work...
Friday 16 April 2021
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Budget 2021 debate: Unemployment insurance in Singapore? MPs discuss protection for those who lose their jobs


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Company director held under Sosma for sabotage on water services in Selangor granted RM50,000 bail
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France says ‘highly probable’ EU won’t renew AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine orders
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UEM Edgenta denies wrongdoing after unit sued for breaching terms of MRT2 sub-contract
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Malaysian AIDS Foundation celebrates International AIDS Memorial Day with virtual run
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Health minister: Existing Covid-19 vaccines still effective against UK, South African variants
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ACE 2021: Test drive and experience the Mitsubishi Xpander – book one and receive RM2,550 in vouchers
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After a 32-year gap, Malaysian cartoonist Lat to publish a second ‘Mat Som’ book
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Canadian lawmaker apologises for appearing naked during a parliamentary video call
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