Masagos Zulkifli on Baby Bonus for single unwed parents
While single unwed parents do not qualify for the Baby Bonus cash gift, Parenthood Tax Rebate and Working Mother’s Child Relief, the Government extends benefits that support the growth and development of their children, said Social and Family Development Minister Masagos Zulkifli. These include subsidies for education, healthcare, childcare and infant care, as well as foreign domestic worker levy concessions. Replying to an MP’s question in Parliament on Monday (Mar 6) on whether the Government would consider studying the estimated costs of providing the cash component of the Baby Bonus to single unwed parents, he said it is not an issue of costs alone. He said the Government’s policies reflect the prevailing societal norms and values of parenthood within marriage. Those in need of assistance can approach their nearest Social Service Office, he added.
While single unwed parents do not qualify for the Baby Bonus cash gift, Parenthood Tax Rebate and Working Mother’s Child Relief, the Government extends benefits that support the growth and development of their children, said Social and Family Development Minister Masagos Zulkifli. These include subsidies for education, healthcare, childcare and infant care, as well as foreign domestic worker levy concessions. Replying to an MP’s question in Parliament on Monday (Mar 6) on whether the Government would consider studying the estimated costs of providing the cash component of the Baby Bonus to single unwed parents, he said it is not an issue of costs alone. He said the Government’s policies reflect the prevailing societal norms and values of parenthood within marriage. Those in need of assistance can approach their nearest Social Service Office, he added.
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