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May Day Rally 2026: Stronger tripartite collaboration key as Singapore tackles global instability and rising cost pressures

01 May Corporate

May Day Rally 2026: PM Lawrence Wong says Company Training Committees’ success led to the formation of the Tripartite Jobs Council

30 Apr Develop your career

Tripartite partners announce new jobs council to support workers and businesses in AI transition

23 Apr Protect your work rights

Senior bus captains in Singapore get new career pathways to keep working beyond 60

22 Apr Develop your career

TKKF-HSEU Book Prize: How the union is empowering the next generation of healthcare workers

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NTUC May Day Deals 2026: Save up to 50% on groceries, food and dining in Singapore

This May, NTUC and Link members can enjoy deals and discounts on groceries and daily beverages with FairPrice Group.

HSEU expands reach with Ren Ci Hospital and GP+ agreements to boost worker protection and skills

The Healthcare Services Employees’ Union will represent 1,000 workers at Ren Ci Hospital and support doctors through a partnership with GP+ Co-operative Limited, as concerns grow over job disruption and skills obsolescence.

Widening the circle of care: More support for more NTUC members in 2026

By raising the income eligibility for selected schemes and expanding support for students and caregivers, these enhancements help more families manage living costs and achieve financial resilience.

NTUC scales Home Refresh initiative, uplifting living spaces for families in need

From cleaning to repairs and repainting, NTUC’s Home Refresh initiative is helping lower-income households create more conducive homes, with plans to reach even more families across Singapore.

FairPrice supermarkets in Singapore double CHAS discounts and freeze prices on 100 essentials

The FairPrice Group in Singapore is doubling CHAS discounts from 3 to 6 per cent and freezing prices on 100 essentials to help shoppers manage living costs.

Singapore to give $200 cash payout to platform workers as fuel prices rise amid the energy crisis

The $200 will be disbursed to platform workers from end-April 2026.

May Day Rally 2026: Stronger tripartite collaboration key as Singapore tackles global instability and rising cost pressures

NTUC Secretary-General Ng Chee Meng calls for deeper coordination between Government, employers and unions to help workers and businesses navigate economic uncertainty, AI disruption and cost-of-living pressures.

May Day Rally 2026: PM Lawrence Wong says Company Training Committees’ success led to the formation of the Tripartite Jobs Council

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong reaffirms the Government’s close partnership with NTUC and employers to protect every worker through the next wave of global volatility and AI-driven change.

May Day Rally 2026: Labour Movement commits to standing by every worker in the AI era

NTUC Secretary-General Ng Chee Meng rallies union leaders and tripartite partners at the May Day celebrations, announcing a $37 million commitment to workers and their families and reaffirming the Labour Movement’s pledge to stand by every worker.

Happy May Day 2026

This May Day, we celebrate workers across Singapore and reaffirm our commitment to standing with you through change. We will continue to strengthen your voice at work, help you progress towards better lives and livelihoods, and provide support for your everyday needs—because Every Worker Matters.

Lim Boon Heng: A steady hand for workers, a quiet architect of trust

Mr Lim’s stewardship of the Labour Movement helped reshape industrial relations, build enduring social enterprises and strengthen governance for generations of workers.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and NTUC thank SMRT public transport workers at Lunar New Year Visit

On the morning of Lunar New Year’s Eve, PM Wong, NTUC leaders, and union representatives visited SMRT Bishan Depot to show appreciation for train captains, engineers, and station staff who keep Singapore moving.

NTUC launches new fund in Singapore to support children and seniors in need

The new NTUC Community Fund aims to reach $500 million in the next five years and expand support for 13,000 lower-income children and seniors in Singapore.

Singapore public holidays 2026: Plan your leave, know your rights

Singapore’s 2026 public holiday calendar offers six built-in long weekends and fresh opportunities to stretch your annual leave further, but knowing your entitlements matters just as much as planning your getaway.

5 NTUC Member holiday deals for family bonding in Singapore

Make the most of your leave with these NTUC member holiday deals for family bonding in Singapore—from My Little Pony adventures to escape rooms and festive workshops.

The December reset: Why burnt-out Singapore workers can’t afford to skip this break

With 61 per cent of workers reporting burnout and $15.7 billion lost to mental health challenges annually, this December isn’t just another holiday—it’s a critical window to reset your mental wellbeing before 2026 begins. We share four practical ways to beat burnout this year-end period, from creating clean breaks from work to rebuilding your physical and mental resilience.

More than building homes: How HDB and its union are doing their part to build a caring community

HDB and the HDB Staff Union’s inaugural blood donation drive shows that strong labour-management ties can do more than improve workplaces—they can save lives.

From grief to growth: A widow’s journey to colour her children’s future

When Nurraishah Mahzan lost her husband, the world turned grey – until the Bright Horizons Fund helped her see that hope, like art, can bloom even in the darkest moments.

Tripartite partners announce new jobs council to support workers and businesses in AI transition

Ahead of May Day, NTUC, the Government, and SNEF unveil the Tripartite Jobs Council (TJC) to help workers reskill, support businesses in AI adoption, and ensure fair, inclusive transitions in a rapidly evolving job landscape.

TKKF-HSEU Book Prize: How the union is empowering the next generation of healthcare workers

The Healthcare Services Employees' Union is going beyond workplace support, recognising academic excellence and uplifting the children of members like Emerly and Emelia Liu as they pursue careers in healthcare.

NTUC partners Amazon Web Services and Huawei to train workers in AI skills, boost business transformation

NTUC teams up with Amazon Web Services and Huawei International as Lead Multipliers to scale AI adoption, support job redesign and equip workers for an AI-enabled economy.

Inside Rainbow Centre: How training, support and progression help staff thrive in special education

Rainbow Centre is showing how a social service agency can support workers through career development, training and well-being, earning recognition in the newly launched Singapore Opportunity Index.

NTUC launches a series of events in 2026 to appreciate platform workers in Singapore

To recognise platform workers for their daily service to Singapore, these events will offer curated booths focused on career and lifestyle needs.

AI disruption drives push for lifelong learning among Singapore workers

As automation reshapes jobs and anxieties rise, more workers are turning to upskilling — but gaps in access, mindset and support threaten to leave some behind in the transition to an AI-driven economy.

Eligible civil servants to receive salary adjustments of between 2% and 9% from August 2026

Public Service Division says pay move will keep wages in step with market rates; AUPE welcomes adjustments after consultations.

Singapore civil servants to receive 1.3 months year-end bonus – highest payout in recent years

NTUC welcomes Government’s recognition of public officers’ contributions, after securing significant Annual Variable Component through negotiations with the Public Service Division.

NTUC backs 5.5% to 7.5% pay rise for lower-wage workers under new NWC Guidelines

NTUC has backed the move, urging employers to adopt fair, sustainable wage practices, share productivity gains, and invest in skills and business transformation to uplift all workers.

Financial freedom by 50: Gen Z fantasy or achievable goal?

Early retirement is a top ambition among many Gen Zs in Asia. A financial expert who works with NTUC Youth shares how disciplined saving and smart investing could help young adults hit the $1 million mark by age 50.

Singapore civil servants to receive 0.4-month mid-year bonus in 2025

Junior grade officers will also get an additional one-time payment of up to $400.

Nominal and real wages grew in 2024, but are expected to taper in 2025

Real wages in Singapore rose by 3.2 per cent in 2024, driven by nominal wage growth, fewer wage cuts, and continued efforts to support lower-income workers.

Senior bus captains in Singapore get new career pathways to keep working beyond 60

As Singapore’s workforce ages, a pilot programme at Tower Transit Singapore is showing how job redesign can keep experienced workers contributing for longer.

Most overqualification in Singapore voluntary as workers prioritise flexibility, says MOM and NTUC study

NTUC calls for stronger support to help workers maximise their potential across different life stages.

FDAWU supports 25 workers as Yeo Hiap Seng announces retrenchment at Senoko facility

The union has secured stronger outcomes for union members while mobilising NTUC resources to help affected workers transition to new opportunities.

HSEU to work with NovaHealth in giving healthcare workers subsidised AI-enabled wellness support

HSEU members will have access to subsidised preventive wellness support, outreach programmes and future skills upgrading opportunities under a new partnership between HSEU, NovaHealth TCM Clinic and AiTreat.

NTUC steps into help Singapore ride-hail drivers and delivery riders squeezed by rising fuel prices

Since the Middle East conflict erupted, NTUC Platform Work Associations have collaborated with platform operators on various support measures, including rental rebates and fuel vouchers, with more efforts planned

MOM report flags surge in platform worker injuries; NTUC calls for urgent action

Delivery workers face fatal and major injury rates 4.5 times the national average, new workplace safety data shows.

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