Need for Performing Artistes on Work Permits to Undergo Settling-in-Programme

Mr Louis Ng Kok Kwang asked the Minister for Manpower (a) whether performing artistes on work permits currently undergo the Settling-in-Programme that is conducted for migrant domestic workers and non-Malaysian work permit holders in the construction, manufacturing, marine shipyard and process sectors; and (b) if not, why not.

Dr Tan See Leng: The Settling-in Programme is prioritised for first-time Work Permit holders in the construction, marine shipyard, process and manufacturing sectors. We have no plans to extend the programme to workers in the services sector at this time.