Tripartite partners update retrenchment guidelines for firms, including longer notice periods

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SINGAPORE — Clearer guidelines on how companies can carry out responsible retrenchment exercises have been spelt out in an updated advisory issued by the tripartite partners — the Manpower Ministry, the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) and the Singapore National Employers Federation — on Saturday (Oct 17).

 

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