TAFEP Asks Employers To Retrench Workers Responsibly

The Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP) says retrenchments should be done with more discernment.

In a statement released by TAFEP in view of the recent media reports of retrenchments, the organisation said that retrenchments should be carried out in a more responsible manner, bearing in mind the sensitivity of the issue and the impact on affected employees.

In addition, TAFEP urges employers to:

• Consult with the union if the company is unionised;
• Provide adequate notice to affected employees so that early assistance can be provided;
• Pay all salaries due (including unconsumed annual leave, notice pay, etc.) to the affected employees by the last day of work; and
• Consider providing retrenchment benefits to compensate affected employees and provide employment assistance.

Employees who are affected by a retrenchment exercise may approach NTUC’s U PME Centre at One Marina Boulevard NTUC Centre or the Employment and Employability Institute for advice. Employers may wish to seek the advice of the Singapore National Employers Federation.

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