Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore. Covers basic terms and conditions of employment. Recent amendments (April 2019) extended coverage to all employees except domestic workers, seafarers, and public servants.
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Governs the employment of foreign workers in Singapore, including work pass requirements and conditions.
Central Provident Fund Act: Legislates mandatory social security savings scheme and employer's obligations for CPF contributions.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Establishes basic safety and health protection requirements and employer's obligations for workplace safety.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Regulates the handling of employee personal data, including consent requirements and data protection obligations.
Employment Claims Act: Provides framework for dispute resolution mechanisms and handling of salary-related claims.
Industrial Relations Act: Governs labor-management relations, particularly relevant if the workplace is unionized, and covers collective bargaining agreements.
Retirement and Re-employment Act: Establishes minimum retirement age requirements and re-employment obligations for employers.
Child Development Co-Savings Act: Covers maternity leave, childcare leave provisions, and shared parental leave entitlements.
