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20 Jun

NTUC NDP Bay Celebrations 2025: A National Day party where youth take centre stage

This SG60, it’s all about youth. From dances and music to AI-powered art and mini golf, NTUC’s Bay Celebrations cast a spotlight on youth voices and dreams.
23 May

New faces and key changes in Singapore Cabinet as NTUC’s Desmond Tan and Desmond Choo sworn in

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says the Government will work closely with NTUC to support workers.
09 May

Struck down but not defeated: One NTUC staff’s inspirational journey of stroke recovery

When a stroke turned his world upside down, Prakasham Thangaveloo faced a long road to recovery. But with the support of loved ones and his NTUC colleagues, he found the strength to rise again.
03 May

General Election 2025: Ng Chee Meng returns to Parliament; A total of 6 unionists elected

Six out of seven of the NTUC representatives who ran in the 2025 General Election have won seats in Singapore’s 15th Parliament.
01 May

May Day Rally 2025: NTUC Secretary-General Ng Chee Meng strengthens the Job Security Council to protect workers

The Job Security Council 2.0 will help workers during economic uncertainties, said NTUC Secretary-General Ng Chee Meng.
01 May

PM Wong urges the Labour Movement to continue working with the Government to take Singapore through turbulent times

At his first May Day Rally as Prime Minister, Lawrence Wong pledged unwavering commitment to workers amidst global economic storms in Singapore’s 60th year of Independence.
19 Jun

Navigating maternity leave in Singapore: What to do before going on leave

Planning for maternity leave can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Here's a simple guide to help working mothers in Singapore prepare for a smooth transition before taking time off.
10 Jun

Singapore to mandate measles vaccination for migrant domestic workers

This move aims to safeguard domestic workers’ well-being and strengthen Singapore’s public health efforts amid a global measles resurgence. 
31 May

Fun, family and forever care: NTUC’s May Day Fiesta celebrates more than just a day out

Around 4,000 NTUC members and their families gathered for this year’s May Day Family Fiesta at Downtown East, with the celebration highlighting the Labour Movement’s year-round commitment to caring for Singapore’s workers and their families.
02 Jul 2024

Worker safety remains top priority in the Pasir Panjang oil spill clean-up: Grace Fu

NTUC Assistant Secretary-General Melvin Yong seeks clarification from the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment on the precautions to protect workers.
02 Jun 2024

CDE and Healthcare Academy collaborate to assist migrant domestic workers in eldercare training

Healthcare Academy and CDE sign an agreement at NTUC’s May Day Domestic Employees Celebration.
10 Dec 2023

Over 1,000 migrant domestic workers and employers gather to celebrate International Migrants’ Day

The Centre for Domestic Employees and The Salvation Army team up for this year’s celebration to strengthen the bond between migrant domestic workers and their employers.
04 Jul

The man who built ladders: Lim Swee Say on why PWM beats minimum wage

Former NTUC Secretary-General Lim Swee Say reveals the 20-year journey behind the Progressive Wage Model and why he chose ladders over floors to lift Singapore’s lowest-paid workers.
03 Jul

Progressive Wage Model: Over a decade of raising incomes and reshaping work

Over 10 years after its introduction, Singapore's Progressive Wage Model has improved the lives of thousands of lower-wage workers. But as the economy and job landscape evolve, will this home-grown model remain viable in the years to come?
02 Jul

From poly stage to national spotlight: Young Singaporean hosts shine at NDP Bay Celebrations

With support from NTUC Youth, Cheyanne Ng and Evelyn Indriani went from students to sought-after emcees.
25 Jun

Think before you prompt: 5 things workers must know about using AI at work

AI can be an asset, but it is not foolproof. Before you hand off your next report to ChatGPT, here are some things you need to know about using Generative AI ethically and effectively in the workplace.
24 Jun

Generative AI Tools: Testing the best productivity boosters for the modern workplace

So many AI tools, so little time. We cut through the clutter to test the most talked about options, like ChatGPT and DeepSeek, to see how they can enhance your workday and advance your career.
22 Jun

NTUC and CDE launch dialect training to help migrant domestic workers connect with elderly

Through new partnerships, migrant domestic workers will receive Cantonese and Hokkien lessons to improve caregiving communication with seniors in Singapore.
04 Jul

In response to NTUC's calls, government forms trilateral group to tackle platform workers' challenges

NTUC is hoping the group can help to stop the misuse of accounts by foreigners and ensure fair competition for local cabbies, drivers, and riders, among other issues platform workers' face.
27 Jun

Labour market grows at slower pace as firms stay cautious amidst uncertainty

The Ministry of Manpower’s latest Labour Market Report shows that companies are holding back on hiring but also steering clear of large-scale retrenchments in the first quarter of 2025.
18 Jun

NTUC and its partners set up job matching exercise for Jetstar Asia’s retrenched staff

The specially curated event features potential employers from the aviation and aerospace industry, as well as career coaching and upskilling support from NTUC’s e2i (Employment and Employability Institute).
11 Jun

NTUC and The SMMWU step up to support over 500 workers affected by Jetstar Asia’s closure

NTUC will leverage its extensive Labour Movement network to provide support, including employment assistance, job facilitation and skills upgrading.
09 Jun

Singapore echoes global labour concerns at the 113th International Labour Conference

NTUC President K Thanaletchimi: Jobs, rights and growth remain key pillars for social cohesion and worker resilience.
06 Jun

Driving toward security: How Singapore’s Platform Workers Act empowers platform workers to plan their financial future

A young Grab driver preparing for marriage experiences how Singapore’s groundbreaking Platform Workers Act is transforming financial security for thousands of platform workers through CPF contributions, work injury protection, and formal representation.
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