Progression of Workers into Roles that Commensurate with Their Qualifications Over Time

Ms Cassandra Lee asked the Minister for Manpower in view of findings that overqualification is more prevalent among workers under 35 early in their careers, (a) how does the Ministry track whether these workers progress into roles commensurate with their qualifications over time; and (b) what support measures are in place to help them transition into more suitable positions aligned with their skills.

The Member may refer to the combined oral reply on overqualification delivered on 5 May 2026. [Please refer to ​"Survey Finding of Workers Being Overqualified for Their Roles and Implications on Career and Wage Progression, and Underemployment", Official Report, 5 May 2026, Vol 96, Issue 29, Oral Answers to Questions section.]