NDR 2026: Businesses welcome government move to cover childcare leave costs, but manpower concerns remain

Channel NewsAsia reports that businesses have welcomed the government's decision to cover childcare leave costs, though many warn that finding replacement staff remains a challenge, especially for small firms. The announcement was made at Singapore's National Day Rally, the annual policy address by the prime minister. Manpower shortages could still strain smaller companies despite the new financial support.

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