Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, covering termination procedures, notice periods, salary payments, and leave entitlements during termination
MOM Guidelines: Ministry of Manpower guidelines covering responsible retrenchment practices, fair employment practices, and advisory on managing excess manpower
Tripartite Guidelines: Specific guidelines issued by tripartite partners (MOM, NTUC, SNEF) on fair employment practices and responsible retrenchment procedures
Industrial Relations Act: Legislation governing relations between employers and trade unions, including requirements for termination of unionized employees and consultation procedures
Retirement and Re-employment Act: Legislation protecting employees nearing retirement age, with specific provisions regarding their termination rights
Employment Claims Act: Framework for resolving employment disputes and handling wrongful dismissal claims, including procedural requirements for termination
Notice Period Requirements: Statutory minimum notice periods based on length of service, or payment in lieu of notice requirements
Retrenchment Benefits: Guidelines on fair compensation and benefits for employees terminated due to restructuring, including prevailing norms for retrenchment packages
Re-employment Assistance: Requirements and best practices for providing job search assistance and career support to terminated employees
Documentation Requirements: Necessary documentation including written notice, proof of restructuring rationale, and formal communication requirements
