MOM seeks public feedback on workplace fairness dispute resolution

The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) is inviting the public to share their views on how workplace fairness disputes should be resolved under the upcoming workplace fairness laws.

- Tay Hong Yi

As part of the proposals, MOM suggested that workplace fairness claims should be heard in private, given that discrimination disputes can be socially divisive, especially where race or religion is involved.

The ministry also proposed allowing employers to be represented by their unions during mediation sessions or hearings in certain cases.

The public consultation is open until Sept 19 and feedback can be submitted via an online form at go.gov.sg/wfa-public-consult.

MOM outlined the key elements of the proposed regime for workplace fairness disputes in a consultation paper uploaded on the website of government feedback unit Reach. These include the approach for resolving these disputes quickly and amicably; where workplace fairness claims are heard and adjudicated; and how unions can represent parties who file workplace fairness claims.