JOHOR BARU: Many Singaporean employers have told their workers to be prepared for a two-week stay in the island republic following Malaysia’s decision to close the border today.
Some Singaporean companies have started making accommodation arrangements for their Malaysian employees. There are also companies which have asked employees to stay with relatives or friends.A factory worker, who only wanted to be known as Sara, said his company gave him time off to pack his clothes and return to Singapore before the new border controls are implemented.
“The company gave us the option of staying there or clearing our leave. I have a wife and children. I cannot leave them alone for these two weeks when things are really unpredictable, ” he said, adding that fellow workers were also allowed to take unpaid leave. “My wife could give birth anytime. I’m afraid I may not be able to make it back for my wife’s delivery if I get stuck during the restriction period, ” he said.
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