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Singapore's southern coast will be invigorated with new homes and recreational spaces planned in 5 precincts. Our sporting culture will also be boosted by the new Kallang Alive Masterplan.
For info: go.gov.sg/ndr-2024
#ndrsg #ndr2024
To support Singaporeans in relevant skills training, those aged 40 and above can receive training allowance of up to $72,000 over 24 months, if they pursue selected full-time courses. Lower- and middle-income workers, who are involuntarily unemployed, can also receive up to $6,000 financial support for up to 6 months.
For more info: go.gov.sg/ndr-2024
#ndrsg #ndr2024
We are committed to creating a more family-friendly Singapore. Singaporeans can look forward to enhanced preschool support and enhanced parental leave.
For more info: go.gov.sg/ndr-2024
#ndrsg #ndr2024
📢 The Weekly Wrap - 23 Aug 2024
1️⃣ #ICYMI: Missed PM Lawrence Wong’s first National Day Rally?
“A Singapore where we thrive and flourish on our own terms” – PM Wong
➡️ Watch his speech highlights at go.gov.sg/ndr24-yt
2️⃣ More Parental Leave for parents with newborns
Introducing Shared Parental Leave (SPL), which grants 10 weeks of leave shared between both parents with newborns.
• From 1 April 2025: 6 weeks of SPL
• From 1 April 2026: 10 weeks of SPL
🔗 More info: go.gov.sg/spl-wrap
3️⃣ Protect Against Investment Scams
Don’t be the next one to fall victim – Stay vigilant and spot the red flags before investing!
🔗 Read more: go.gov.sg/investment-scams-advisory
To provide more pathways and opportunities for students to realise their potential, all primary schools will identify and develop their own higher-ability students. More students will be able to take Higher Mother Tongue from Secondary 1.
For more info: go.gov.sg/ndr-2024
#ndrsg #ndr2024
From transforming our economy, to ensuring affordable housing, and providing more support for workers, families and students, here are some key excerpts from Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s first National Day Rally as he laid out his plans to chart the way forward for Singapore.
Find out more about #NDR2024 at: go.gov.sg/ndr24-yt
🚨 You may have come across a claim on chat messaging groups that scammers are impersonating the Elections Department Singapore (ELD) online.
👍 Voters should ascertain their voting status via official sources only – through ELD’s Voter Services page at ELD’s official website (www.eld.gov.sg) or via the Singpass app. ELD will only send emails from email addresses ending with “@eld.gov.sg”.
🔗 More info ➡️ https://go.gov.sg/eld-hoaxadvisory-aug24
#TogetherforBetter: Struggling to keep up with new technology and tools at work?
Watch how Muthu, Priya and Chong embark on a "Mission: Possible" to stay relevant and adjust to the changing demands at work. You'll be surprised by the tenacity they have 💪
📼 Watch here: go.gov.sg/tgtforbettershortfilms-tgt
📼 Watch the other films at go.gov.sg/tgtforbettershortfilms
📢 #SGBudget2024 Special cash payment of $200 to $400 for eligible Singaporeans coming your way in September!
🔗 Find out more: govbenefits.gov.sg
Age knows no limit in the face of dreams. Can Azlinda reignite her childhood passsion, while juggling the demands of family and plans for retirement?
Join Azlinda as she kicks off a new chapter in "Comeback Queens" ⚽.
The new Forward SG film anthology "Together, for Better" streaming now on gov.sg.
Watch the other films at go.gov.sg/tgtforbettershortfilms
#ForwardSG #Togetherforbetter
Watch here: go.gov.sg/tgtforbettershortfilms-tgm
Heading to an ActiveSG pool or gym? From 15 Aug, buy passes at go.gov.sg/myactivesgplus.
You can also get a one-time $10 anniversary credits to explore MyActiveSG+, if you log in by 31 Aug.
Here’s what you should know before you go! ⬆️
"A or B?" Choices are part of life, and some are tougher than others. Follow a father and his children on their moving journey through life's challenges. Just as rain gives way to a gentle rainbow, their journey reveals a hopeful promise of brighter days ahead.
The new Forward SG film anthology "Together, for Better' streaming now on gov.sg.
#ForwardSG #Togetherforbetter
Watch here: go.gov.sg/tgtforbettershortfilms-tgc
📢 The Weekly Wrap – 2 August 2024
1️⃣ Together, for Better
#ICYMI When more pathways open, where do we go from here? Check out the stories of hope, resilience and determination, guiding us forward as one Singapore.
🔗 Catch the full Forward SG Film Anthology: https://go.gov.sg/fsg-wrap
2️⃣ “Foiled Once More! By Singapore!”
Check out #SGSecure’s music video, featuring Nathan Hartono, on how we all have a role to keep SG safe and secure. Follow @sgsecureofficial and stand to win prizes!
🔗 Watch here: https://go.gov.sg/sgsecuremv-wrap
3️⃣ Looking for good food deals?
In episode 2 of the series Together in the Lorongs, check out the community initiatives on good food deals to support those in need!
🔗 Find out the food discounts here: https://go.gov.sg/lorongs-ep2-wrap
Let’s celebrate Singapore’s birthday in style and make #SG59 shine brighter than ever! 🇸🇬 #NDP2024
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From early childhood to nurturing family bonds, here’s a look at some encouraging trends in Singaporean families.
Find out more in MSF’s Family Trends Report: go.gov.sg/familytrends2024
From April 2025, the SkillsFuture Jobseeker Support scheme will offer temporary financial support of up to $6,000 in payouts over six months to eligible involuntarily unemployed Singaporeans.
Find out more at go.gov.sg/JobseekerSupport
Infographics: Ministry of Manpower
At #NDR2024, PM Lawrence Wong announced an increase in the Enhanced CPF Housing Grant to provide greater support for first-time homebuyers. Additionally, new measures have been introduced by MND and HDB to cool the HDB resale market.
Read more: go.gov.sg/mndndr24
Infographics: Ministry of National Development
Stay protected from scams with the enhanced ScamShield app!
The app’s new features help you check suspicious calls, websites, SMSes and messages from Telegram and WhatsApp more effectively.
More info: www.scamshield.gov.sg
#ScamShield
Singaporeans can be assured of access to affordable public housing that caters to their needs.
For more info: go.gov.sg/ndr-2024
#ndrsg #ndr2024
#DidYouKnow that victims have lost at least $36 million since July 2024 to investment scams on chat groups and social media platforms?
Find out how you can protect yourself against investment scams.
#ICanACTAgainstScams
➡️ Get the latest information on scams by subscribing to the ScamAlert WhatsApp channel at go.gov.sg/scamalert-wa
🙌 Affordable and subsidised health services in the ‘lorongs’ near you!
👀 Watch the final episode of ‘Together in the Lorongs’ for heartwarming community initiatives to help residents better take charge of their health and manage the cost of living 👉https://go.gov.sg/lorongs-health-social-vid
📢 The Weekly Wrap – 16 August 2024
1) One-off Cash Payment Coming Your Way 🙌
#ICYMI: Look forward to a one-off cash payment of up to $400 under the Cost-of-Living Special Payment in September 2024. Eligible Singaporeans will automatically receive the payment in their PayNow-NRIC account, GIRO or GovCash, so keep an eye out for it!
🔗 Check your eligibility: https://go.gov.sg/tww-16aug-col
2) Our Beaches are Open! 🏖️
Good news – the oil spill clean-up is almost complete. A big shoutout to everyone who worked hard to restore the beautiful beaches!
🌴 East Coast Park: Only non-primary contact water sports, like kayaking, can resume.
🌴 Sentosa Siloso Beach: All water activities, including swimming, can resume.
🔗 Read more: https://go.gov.sg/tww-16aug-beaches
3) Tune in to the National Day Rally 2024 this Sunday 🇸🇬
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will deliver his first National Day Rally 2024 speech this Sunday. Catch his speech live on local TV channels and radio stations, or watch it on PM Wong’s YouTube, Facebook page or PMO YouTube.
🔗 Watch it live: https://www.youtube.com/PMOSingapore
#ICYMI Minister-in-charge of the Public Service Chan Chun Sing spoke about the review process of electoral boundaries in Parliament last week. This process, managed by the Electoral Boundaries Review Committee (EBRC), plays a crucial role in our elections. Read to find out more.
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🇸🇬 Join the One Team Singapore Celebratory Parade tomorrow (14 August), as we celebrate our Olympians’ incredible efforts at Paris 2024!
Check out where you can cheer our athletes ⬆️
📢 The Weekly Wrap – 9 August 2024
1️⃣ Key takeaways from the proposed Income-Allianz Deal
If the deal goes through, existing policyholders will not be affected. The terms of existing contracts remain unchanged. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) will hold Allianz and Income to these commitments.
🔗 Find out more: https://go.gov.sg/i-a
2️⃣ #DoYouKnow what is Singapore’s ’30 by 30’ vision?
To enhance food security, the “30 by 30” vision aims to produce 30% of SG nutritional needs by 2030. While local farms face challenges, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) is providing support by making land and infrastructure available, and looking to increase demand for local produce.
🔗 Find out more about the 30 by 30 vision: ourfoodfuture.gov.sg/30by30
3️⃣ It’s vacation-planning time!
Wait no more – here are 2025’s public holidays at a glance. Mark your calendars and enjoy a well-deserved break!
🔗 Check them out here: https://go.gov.sg/ph-2025
#ParliamentRoundup: Several questions have been raised about the proposed deal between Income and Allianz. Here's what you need to know ⬆️
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What happens when two brothers with a common dream diverge in their educational paths?
"Take Flight" follows Bryan and Jared through moments of triumph, doubt, and rediscovery, as they uncover the strength of brotherhood and the dreams that bind them together ✈️.
The new Forward SG film anthology "Together, for Better" streaming now on gov.sg.
#ForwardSG #Togetherforbetter
Watch here: go.gov.sg/tgtforbettershortfilms-tge
Sharing discounted meals and food charity to help residents save on food expenses!
Catch the 2nd episode of ‘Together in the Lorongs’ for heartwarming community initiatives to help support Singaporeans in need and better cope with cost of living.
https://go.gov.sg/lorongs-food-social-vid
#TogetherInTheLorongs#CommunitySupportInEveryLorong
✨ Add a dash of Dot to your conversations! Download the new stickers now on Telegram and WhatsApp.
For WhatsApp: go.gov.sg/dotstickers-wa
For Telegram: go.gov.sg/dotstickers-tg
When more pathways open, where do we go from here? Let these stories of hope, resilience and determination guide us forward. Together, for better.
The new Forward SG film anthology. Watch now at go.gov.sg/tgtforbettershortfilms-tg
#ForwardSG #Togetherforbetter