Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 6: Gerald Giam on compensating family caregivers
In parliament on Friday (Mar 7), MP Gerald Giam called for recognising family caregiving as essential work that deserves proper compensation and not just relief. He proposed a tiered caregiver payment for those who reduce their work hours or leave employment to care for a family member, provided they meet the minimum caregiving threshold. Caregivers should also receive Central Provident Fund contributions to safeguard their long-term financial security, he said.
In parliament on Friday (Mar 7), MP Gerald Giam called for recognising family caregiving as essential work that deserves proper compensation and not just relief. He proposed a tiered caregiver payment for those who reduce their work hours or leave employment to care for a family member, provided they meet the minimum caregiving threshold. Caregivers should also receive Central Provident Fund contributions to safeguard their long-term financial security, he said.
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