NDR 2024: Singapore to aid involuntarily unemployed with up to S$6,000 but jobseekers 'must do their part' too

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The new scheme will offer temporary financial support focused on the lower- and middle-income groups, says Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.

Under the Level-Up programme, a training allowance will also be rolled out from next year, providing up to S$3,000 a month for those who take time off from work to study full-time.

The scheme, which was created in discussion with the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) and the labour movement, provides a total of up to S$6,000 over a period of up to six months.

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Markets: Singapore

Topics: Wong Support Skillsfuture First Prime Scheme Unemployed Minister Workers Year Speech

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Published On: 2024-08-18 @ 20:31:00 (9 hours ago)

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