Committee of Supply 2026 debate, Day 4: Melvin Yong on uplifting lower-wage workers
Wage growth for lower-wage workers must consistently outpace the median, not merely keep pace, said MP Melvin Yong. He added that wage mandates are not enough; employers must drive business and workforce transformation so that productivity gains are built into lower-wage roles. In parliament on Tuesday (Mar 3), Mr Yong asked if measurable sectoral productivity gains have been seen in Progressive Wage Model sectors and if not, what further interventions will be introduced.
Wage growth for lower-wage workers must consistently outpace the median, not merely keep pace, said MP Melvin Yong. He added that wage mandates are not enough; employers must drive business and workforce transformation so that productivity gains are built into lower-wage roles. In parliament on Tuesday (Mar 3), Mr Yong asked if measurable sectoral productivity gains have been seen in Progressive Wage Model sectors and if not, what further interventions will be introduced.
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