SINGAPORE - The upcoming legislation on workplace fairness will provide more targeted penalties against discrimination, but with an aim of settling such disputes through mediation rather than litigation, said Mr Koh Poh Koon, Senior Minister of State for Manpower. Read more at straitstimes.com.
SINGAPORE - The upcoming legislation on workplace fairness will provide more targeted penalties against discrimination, but with an aim of settling such disputes through mediation rather than litigation, said Mr Koh Poh Koon, Senior Minister of State for Manpower.
In the absence of legislation, Tafep was set up in 2006 to promote the adoption of fair employment practices and serve as a platform for employees or individuals who encounter workplace discrimination or harassment to seek assistance and advice. For example, the committee recommends requiring employers to put in place grievance handling channels and processes at the workplace to facilitate amicable dispute resolution within the firm.
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