Flung from one holding cell to another
No clear answer could be obtained whether a worker was eligible to work in Singapore again. MOM said Yes, but ICA quietly marked him as a No. What then happened?
1
08, 2022
14
02, 2022
Difficulties getting aboard the SCAL retention scheme
A review of cases related to the SCAL retention scheme identified the main obstacles workers faced in getting onto the scheme. These obstacles meant more work at MOM and reduced effectiveness of the scheme.
28
06, 2021
After forced repatriation thwarted, employer makes Shipon sweat it out
Our laws invest employers with a lot of power over foreign workers. But laws also give workers rights, Bosses can be so intoxicated with power, they get carried away.
8
06, 2021
Johirul, Monoar and wrongful dismissal, part 3
What do the law and guidelines say about wrongful dismissal? Does the operational process breathe life into the law and guidelines, or smother them?
8
06, 2021
Johirul, Monoar and wrongful dismissal, part 2
One week after starting work, Monoar was presented with a demand for a two-year bond and salary deduction. He refused to agree. He was then fired.
24
05, 2021
Letter in Straits Times: Allow foreign workers whose work permits have been cancelled to stay and look for new job
TWC2 calls for transfer opportunities for migrant workers whose work permits have been cancelled and those on Special Passes.
23
05, 2021
Short of foreign labour, Singapore sending workers home even when they want to stay and work
MOM is fully aware of the dire shortage of foreign labour. Yet, workers are forcibly being sent home nonetheless -- as part of MOM's policy.
10
02, 2021
Furious employer pressures worker to go home after he’s injured
If paying medical bills made the employer furious, the prospect of having to pay injury compensation called for more drastic measures. Send worker home!
10
12, 2020
Half naked man running in the night
Workers in a nearby dorm were surprised to see him running in for help. No shirt, no sandals... just plain fear.
5
11, 2020
TWC2 submits UPR shadow report for Singapore
For the upcoming Universal Periodic Review in 2021, our shadow report highlights several human rights shortcomings in Singapore affecting migrant workers here.