WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION ACT (Review of compensation)

Dr S. Vasoo asked the Minister for Labour whether he will review the compensation payable under the Workmen's Compensation Act in the light of the changing industrial structure and economic circumstances.

The Minister for Labour (Mr Lee Yock Suan): Mr Speaker, Sir, as stated in the Addendum to the Presidential Address, my Ministry will review the Workmen's Compensation rates. This is being done.

My Ministry will examine whether compensation under the Workmen's Compensation Act is adequate for the various types of injuries and whether adjustments should be made.