Singapore, Dec. 10 -- We thank Dr Patrick Liew Siow Gian (Set up committee to help gig economy workers, Nov 21), Ms Josephine Chong Siew Nyuk (Holistic review of labour market needed, Nov 21) and Mr Paul Chan Poh Hoi (Scrutinise firms to help gig workers, Nov 23) for their suggestions to support gig workers.
Fairness at work is fundamental to employees and self-employed persons (SEPs) alike. Even as work arrangements evolve, the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) remains committed to safeguarding workers' interests.
Many gig workers are self-employed. However, depending on actual work arrangements, some are regular employees.
Regular employees who believe they have been misclassified by their employers as SEPs can approach MOM for help. Over ...