Eric Chua on protections for social workers against threats and harassment

The Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) takes the safety and well-being of its social service professionals very seriously and does not tolerate any forms of abuse. Those who face threats or harassment from clients should promptly report the matter to the police, MSF and their employers. If a police investigation is not initiated, MSF will provide guidance to the affected social worker on lodging a Magistrate’s Complaint. Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Social and Family Development Eric Chua highlighted these measures in reply to an MP’s question in parliament on Thursday (Feb 27).