Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Key considerations include consent requirements for sharing employee information, limitations on data disclosure, and obligations for accurate representation.
Employment Act: Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore. Relevant for verifying employment status, ensuring accuracy of employment details, and maintaining confidentiality obligations.
Residential Property Act: Regulates the ownership and rental of residential properties in Singapore, including specific requirements for foreign tenants and relevant disclosures.
Misrepresentation Act: Ensures all statements made in the reference letter are truthful and accurate, protecting against legal liability from misleading information.
Contract Law: Covers basic principles of documentation under Singapore law, ensuring statements are factual and verifiable.
Industrial Relations Act: Addresses employer-employee relationships and professional boundaries in providing references.
MOM Guidelines: Ministry of Manpower guidelines that provide best practices and requirements for employment-related documentation.
Industry Best Practices: Standard practices and conventions for drafting rental reference letters in the Singapore context.
Company Policies: Internal organizational policies and procedures regarding the provision of employee references and rental letters.
Professional Ethics: Ethical standards and professional conduct guidelines for providing employment references and recommendations.
