Debated in Parliament on 9 May 2023.
Ms Sylvia Lim asked the Prime Minister what is the (i) lowest, (ii) median and (iii) highest monthly pension currently paid to retired civil servants under Government pension schemes.
The pension of a retired pensionable officer is fixed and is based on the officer's length of service and pensionable salary as of his eve of retirement, as provided by the Pensions Act. Pensions may vary greatly as they cover a wide range of officers with different career circumstances, across a period of time. The 20th percentile, median and 80th percentile of pensions paid to retired civil servants are $640, $1,080 and $2,280 respectively.
Retired civil servants who draw a pension below the gross monthly pension ceiling will receive an additional Singapore Allowance (SA) to help them cope with inflationary pressures. The Government will carry out regular reviews on the SA and gross monthly pension ceiling and revise them when necessary.
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