ENTRY (PARENTS FROM CHINA): AGE LIMIT

Mr Tan Theng Chiang asked the Minister for Labour and Welfare whether he is aware that the minimum age limit of 60 years fixed by the Immigration Department for entry into Singapore from China of parents of local residents is causing grave hardship; and whether he will explain on what basis this age limit was fixed.

Mr Lim Yew Hock: The age limit of 60 years is used as a guide, but is not followed rigidly.