This article from Lexology dives into the crucial updates on Singapore’s employment laws that are set to take effect in 2025. If you’re an employer or someone working in HR, these changes directly impact how you manage your workplace and policies. Don’t miss out on what you need to know to stay compliant and ahead of the game.
Key Points
- Mandatory consideration of Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA) requests from December 2024.
- Enhanced paternity leave increased to four weeks; shared parental leave scheme introduced from April 2025.
- Workplace Fairness Legislation to strengthen protections against discrimination in hiring and employment practices.
- The Platform Workers Act introduces new protections for ride-hail and delivery workers starting January 2025.
- New guidelines on restrictive covenants are being developed to clarify the enforceability of noncompete and nonsolicitation clauses.
Why should I read this?
If you’re involved in HR or run a business in Singapore, this article is like your cheat sheet for upcoming changes. Ignoring these updates could lead to compliance issues or even legal headaches, so get the scoop and learn how to adjust your policies ahead of time. We’ve done the reading for you, so you can focus on what really matters: managing your team and keeping your workplace fair and compliant!