Jobs will be a key part of the Fortitude Budget, says Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat.
He noted that while thehas helped many employers retain their workers, a number have lost their jobs and some are worried that they might be retrenched.
Social sector agencies will also get additional support from the Government so that they can continue to help the vulnerable amid the COVID-19 pandemic, said Mr Heng, adding that all these measures will require a further draw on the reserves. Now, amid the long battle against COVID-19, Singaporeans must emerge stronger like the founding generation did, he said.
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