Recent developments in Singapore
We understand the challenges of keeping up with regulatory changes. That’s why we actively monitor these changes, so you don’t have to. Read on to discover what’s been happening in the employment landscape in Singapore.
Platform Workers Act (2025)
Effective January 1, 2025, the Platform Workers Act requires platform operators (e.g., ride-hailing or delivery services) to make Central Provident Fund (CPF) contributions for platform workers. This ensures their retirement savings are on par with regular employees.
Increase in Retirement and Re-Employment Ages (2025)
From July 2025, the retirement age increases to 64 and the re-employment age to 69. Employers must offer eligible workers re-employment opportunities up to the new re-employment age.
Flexible Work Arrangement Guidelines (2025)
The government has enhanced the Tripartite Guidelines on Flexible Work Arrangements, requiring employers to demonstrate a strong business case for rejecting flexible work requests.
Enhanced Statutory Maternity and Paternity Leave (2025)
Maternity leave was increased from 16 weeks to 20 weeks, and paternity leave from 2 weeks to 4 weeks for parents of Singaporean children born after January 1, 2025.
Increase in CPF Monthly Salary Ceiling (2025)
As part of a phased approach, the CPF monthly salary ceiling increases to SGD 7,000 from September 2025, ensuring higher contributions for employees earning above SGD 6,000.
