GST hike to still take place by 2025, amid the need to invest in healthcare

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The coronavirus outbreak has reinforced the importance of continued investment in Singapore's healthcare system, said Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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The coronavirus outbreak has reinforced the importance of continued investment in Singapore's healthcare system, said Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat yesterday.

"In particular, we are able to mount a decisive response to support Singaporeans and workers through uncertain times only because of good long-term planning." A $6 billion Assurance Package has been set aside to help cushion the impact on Singaporeans when the increase does take effect, Mr Heng said yesterday.

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