Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2012: Singapore's primary data protection legislation that governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. For recommendation letters, this requires consent for sharing personal information and proper protection of the candidate's data.
Employment Act (Chapter 91): Singapore's main employment law that requires accuracy in employment-related statements and adherence to fair employment practices when discussing a candidate's work history and capabilities.
Defamation Act (Chapter 75): Legal framework protecting against false statements that could harm reputation. Ensures all statements in recommendation letters are truthful and non-defamatory.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Legislation concerning workplace safety standards. Relevant when discussing any safety-related performance or incidents in the candidate's work history.
Fair Consideration Framework: Guidelines ensuring fair hiring practices in Singapore. Requires use of non-discriminatory language and fair evaluation criteria in recommendation letters.
University Policies: Institution-specific guidelines and requirements for academic recommendation letters, including format, content, and submission procedures.
Academic Credentials Verification: Requirements for verifying and accurately representing academic qualifications and achievements in recommendation letters.
Professional Ethics Guidelines: Professional standards and ethical considerations for academic recommendations, including honesty, objectivity, and fairness in evaluations.
