Data on Work Permit Holders Who Are Paid Electronically and Not Living in Dormitories

Mr Louis Ng Kok Kwang asked the Minister for Manpower (a) what are the current number and percentage of Work Permit holders not living in dormitories who are paid salaries electronically; and (b) whether the Ministry can provide an update on its consultations with tripartite partners on extending the requirements of electronic payment of salaries to Work Permit holders who are not living in dormitories.

Dr Tan See Leng: We do not have data on the number of Work Permit holders not living in dormitories who are paid salaries electronically.

The Ministry of Manpower has given priority to implement electronic payment of salaries to Work Permit holders living in dormitories. This involves verification that employers have been complying and following up with non-compliant employers. We will continue our discussions with the tripartite partners about extending the requirements for electronic payment of salaries to more workers in the future.