Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong defined “young seniors” aged 50-60, highlighting their better education and healthcare benefits. Despite their advantages, they face age discrimination in the job market, overshadowed by younger, cheaper, and more adaptable workers. Solutions include promoting mature employees’ value and adopting flexible work policies like those in Japan and Germany.
The Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP) and Ministry of Manpower (MOM) have issued guidelines on Flexible Work Arrangement Requests (TG-FWAR), setting out requirements and good practices for employers. These guidelines aim to improve inclusivity at the workplace and bring benefits to both employers and employees. The implementation will begin on 1 December 2024. Countries like Netherlands, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and New Zealand are known for their progressive approach to flexible work arrangements. Integrating gig workers with full-time employees can optimize resource allocation and enhance productivity. It’s important for employers to proactively implement flexible work arrangements to attract and retain top talent.