Profile of Singaporeans Affected by Global Tech Industry Layoffs and Support Available

Dr Lim Wee Kiak asked the Minister for Manpower (a) what percentage of employees affected by the global tech industry layoffs are Singaporeans; (b) what are their typical demographics and job roles; (c) whether the Government expects more layoffs affecting Singaporean tech employees in the next six months; and (d) what support will these employees receive, especially those who recently made a career switch on the premise of a booming tech industry.

Dr Tan See Leng: This question has been addressed in the combined oral reply to Question Nos 3 to 6 on the Order Paper for the 28 November 2022 Sitting.