The Singapore authorities recognises that preventing the COVID-19 virus outbreak has been an uphill battle.

Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat introduced in Parliament right now (Feb 28) that public officers on the frontline of this COVID-19 battle will get a “particular bonus” of as much as one further month.

In keeping with Mr Heng, the frontline staff will embody many healthcare officers in restructured hospitals and the Well being Ministry, in addition to some officers in different frontline companies who’ve been immediately concerned in preventing COVID-19.

“Our frontline staff have proven excellent braveness and dedication. They’re on the market making every day sacrifices to struggle this warfare towards the unknown,” stated Mr Heng.

“Whereas we can not thank them sufficient, we are able to present our appreciation and assist in a tangible approach,” he stated as a part of his Price range debate speech.

Different public officers who’ve contributed considerably might be recognised in “applicable methods”, he added.

As a present of solidarity to Singaporeans dealing with the outbreak, all political workplace leaders, together with President Halimah Yacob and MPs, will take a one month reduce of their wage.

Some senior public service officers can even take a half month pay reduce.

Public Well being Preparedness (PHP) clinics can even obtain a one-off COVID-19 grant to assist them of their lively function of caring for sufferers with respiratory signs.

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