1. The Headlines: Sustained Wage Growth The core of the new policy is a clear, three-year schedule of wage increases. The government has accepted recommendations from the Tripartite Cluster for Food Services Industry (TCF) to ensure that wages keep pace with the cost of living and median wage growth. Entry-Level Milestone: From July 1, 2026, the baseline monthly gross wage for entry-level food services workers will rise to S$2,220 (up from the current S$2,080). The Three-Year

Is your foreign worker quota at risk? Following the Singapore Budget 2026 announcements, the Local Qualifying Salary (LQS) is set to rise from $1,600 to $1,800 effective 1 July 2026. This shift creates a "Salary Cliff" that could reduce your hiring quota overnight. Read our guide to see the new LQS-to-Quota conversion tables, learn how to maximize the enhanced 30% PWCS co-funding, and ensure your SME remains compliant while protecting your bottom line.

The Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices are jointly developed by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), employers, and unions to promote fair, merit-based employment decisions across the employee lifecycle. They apply to all employers in Singapore and cover recruitment, performance management, employee development, and workplace harmony. Official guidelines can be found here. Importance of the Tripartite Guidelines for Singapore SMEs SMEs often operate with lean teams

In Singapore, fair and sustainable wage growth for lower-wage workers is no longer optional — it’s the law . Under the Progressive Wage Model (PWM) , employers are required to pay progressive wages and provide skills training. Meanwhile, the Progressive Wage (PW) Mark recognizes employers that comply with these requirements and uphold fair employment practices. Both are part of Singapore’s national effort to uplift lower-wage workers, strengthen social fairness, and reward r

With the evolving landscape of labor policies in Singapore, Progressive Wage compliance has become essential for employers across many...