Social welfare

2,215 debates and bills about social welfare

7 Jul 2026

Proportion of Students from Lowest Household Income Tier Progressing to University

University progression for lowest-income students rose from 15% to 23% over a decade.
Overall cohort progression rose to 42%, with gains across all ethnicities.
MOE pledges financial aid and mentoring to sustain access.

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7 Jul 2026

Assessing Fundraising Burden on Smaller Non-Government-funded Social Service Agencies

Burden on smaller non-govt-funded SSAs to meet NCSS salary guideline hikes was queried.
No co-funding or transitional support; instead, CCT fund and playbook build fundraising capabilities.

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7 Jul 2026

Changes to Average Wait Time for EIPIC Placements and Interim Support for Families Awaiting Placement

EIPIC wait time improved from 7.5 to 5.5 months; places increased 25% to 7,300.
Support begins at referral: caregiver training and preschool collaboration.
Step One programme equips caregivers with skills and connects support networks.

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7 Jul 2026

Improving Natural Ventilation for Existing and New Flats in Light of Research Findings on HDB Flats' Warmer Indoor Temperatures

HDB improves ventilation through building orientation, greenery, cool coatings, and resident heat advisory tips.
Elderly and low-income receive door-to-door guidance, cooling appliance trials, and financial help.

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7 Jul 2026

Assessing Employment Practices and Financial Health of Related Entities As A Group and Identifying Warning Indicators Preceding Large-scale Unpaid Salary Cases

MOM investigates related entities as a group, holding directors accountable for unpaid salaries across companies.
Warning indicators include salary claims, levy defaults, and payment patterns, prompting targeted inspections and enforcement.
Assistance given: rehousing, Special Passes, financial aid, and job placement for affected migrant workers.

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7 May 2026

Inclusion of Delivery Orders from Participating Hawkers and Heartland Merchants for CDC Voucher Scheme to Benefit Elderly, Homebound and Less Mobile Residents

Minister rejected expanding CDC Vouchers to online/delivery purchases to preserve scheme’s dual purpose.
Residents needing help may ask family or caregivers to use vouchers for them.
Vouchers still support heartland merchants while assisting households with daily expenses.

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7 May 2026

Scope and Rationale of Public Transport Voucher in Offsetting Recent and Cumulative Fare Increases

PTVs only cushion immediate fare hikes, not cumulative increases since 2020.
Other support: $2B annual subsidies, deferred fare hikes, concessions up to 70%.

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7 May 2026

Extensions to ComCare Short-to-Medium-Term Assistance Due To Medical Conditions or Permanent Disability

MSF does not track how many ComCare SMTA beneficiaries return for extended support.
SMTA periods may align with certified unfit-to-work periods, based on holistic assessment.
Those permanently unable to work may qualify for Long-Term Assistance instead.

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7 May 2026

Extending Annual Six Days of Paid Childcare Leave to Cover Family Members Who Need Help with Three or More Activities of Daily Living

Government declines extending childcare leave to cover disabled family members.
Flexible work arrangements are more sustainable for long-term caregiving needs.
Tripartite guidelines and resources aim to support working caregivers.

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7 May 2026

Plans for Means-tested University Fee Subsidy Scheme at National Level

Government bursaries cover up to 75% of fees; income thresholds will rise in 2026.
No national-level scheme mirroring MENDAKI, which supplements existing aid.
Additional community or private assistance remains welcome.

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7 May 2026

Central Provident Fund (Amendment) Bill

Bill transfers Singtel SDS from CPF trusteeship to holders' CDP accounts, allowing cash withdrawals.
MPs supported but flagged scam risks, sale fees, and outreach for senior holders.
Government cited safeguards, noted 81,000 sold, and no plans for similar schemes.

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6 May 2026

CPF Reduced Life Expectancy Scheme Awareness Levels Among Eligible End-of-Life Patients

CPF Board publishes RLE scheme info, offers brochures at public healthcare institutions where patients apply.
About 2,000 RLE applications received annually from 2023 to 2025.
Streamlining by using existing clinical records of palliative patients speeds up approval.

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6 May 2026

Statistics on Duration and Frequency of Platform Workers Receiving Workfare Income Supplement in 2025

Minister: ~58,000 platform workers received WIS in 2025, breakdown by months given.

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6 May 2026

Proportion of Legal Aid Bureau Assistance in Deputyship Applications for Low-income Families in Past Three Years

Deputyship costs about $540, with legal aid available for lower-income families.
Legal Aid Bureau assisted around 750 Mental Capacity Act cases from 2023–2025.
Means test changes expand aid eligibility; free LPA applications encouraged.

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6 May 2026

Tracking Caregiver Burnout as Contributing Factor in Emergency Placements and Crisis Interventions for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities

Government does not track caregiver burnout as a cause for emergency placements, focusing instead on respite access.
Subsidised respite options for seniors and persons with disabilities prioritise urgent caregiver burnout cases.
Caregivers also get training grants and peer befriending to reduce isolation.

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6 May 2026

Ensuring Student Care Centre Services Remain Affordable and Accessible for Lower- and Middle-income Families

SCFA subsidies cut student care costs to $5 monthly, with income threshold raised to $6,500.
Most schools have sufficient capacity; waitlisted children have alternative care arrangements.
Ongoing review will study further affordability and accessibility measures.

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6 May 2026

Rejection of Assistance Scheme Applications Due to Per Capita Income Thresholds Being Exceeded as Unrelated Individuals or Families Share Same Home Address

MP asked about rejections due to per capita income when unrelated people share an address.
Minister said officers already decide which household members count, inviting specific cases for review.

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6 May 2026

Successful Public Rental Scheme Applicants who are Singaporeans with Non-Singapore Citizen or Non-Singapore Permanent Resident Spouses

Public rental flats prioritize Singaporeans with at least one SC or PR family member.
HDB assesses each application holistically with social workers' input.
Small number of SCs with non-resident spouses approved in last three years.

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6 May 2026

Non-medical Costs Borne by Families Receiving Home-based Palliative Care

MP asked about non-medical costs like transport, diapers, caregiving, and lost income for home palliative care families.
Government enhanced means-tested subsidies and removed MediSave withdrawal limits since 2024.
Patients can tap CPF Reduced Life Expectancy scheme to cover residual non-medical expenses.

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6 May 2026

Effect of Downward Revision to Enhanced Fundraising Programme's Fund Matching on Charities' Donation Revenues, Operating Budgets and Staffing Plans

EFR was a temporary COVID measure; donations rebounded to $3.7 billion.
Government cites other support like grants, tax deductions, and ComChest.
Expects minimal impact on charities' operations from tapering.

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