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Singapore passes landmark Bill recognizing ride-hail, delivery gig workers as distinct labor class

Updated: 2024-10-08 09:51
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Koh said that when the platform workers law comes into force on Jan 1, 2025, it will supersede any existing platform work agreements. He also assured the House that the scope of the new law will be reviewed in future to potentially cover other platform services, beyond ride-hailing and delivery.

MPs like Louis Ng had pointed to the growing number of freelancers who use online matching platforms to provide services such as domestic cleaning and caregiving.

Nominated MP Ong Hua Han cited locum nurses as an example of freelancers who are also subject to the management control of caregiving platforms.

Koh said the government will consider taking a similar phased approach and providing transitional support if new sectors are added to the law.

In response to Arts Nominated MP Usha Chandradas, who flagged the vulnerability of freelancers in the arts community, Koh said the government will consider how this group may be better supported too.

THE STRAITS TIMES, SINGAPORE

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