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Heightened welfare concerns of gig workers, in particular ride-hailing and food delivery riders, were spotlighted in the passing of the Platform Workers Bill last month (Sept 10). Senior Minister of State for Manpower Dr Koh Poh Koon had expressed concerns f$4 million welfare: From free annual flu jabs to massages, here's what Grab drivers, delivery riders can enjoy from 2025
Heightened welfare concerns of gig workers, in particular ride-hailing and food delivery riders, were spotlighted in the passing of the Platform Workers Bill last month (Sept 10). Senior Minister of State for Manpower Dr Koh Poh Koon had expressed concerns for their increased exposure to traffic accidents given the long hours they spend on roads. He stressed a greater need for workplace injury insurance coverage, liken to what corporate staff have in place. In recognition of this landmark Bill, Grab Singapore's Managing Director, Yee Wee Tang noted: «We felt that it is the right time to upgrade our benefits to ensure that it continues to be relevant and meaningful and complements the legislation.» Read more