SINGAPORE: Bread and butter issues continue to top Singaporeans' list of concerns.
The government's feedback portal, REACH, has received more than 250 inputs via its various feedback channels, following President S R Nathan's Address at the opening of the second session of the 11th Parliament last month.
Some contributors felt that Singaporeans were feeling stressed over the high cost of living, stagnant pay, job insecurity and high pressure education system.
Others reiterated the need for the government to look after low-income Singaporeans who require the most help at this critical time.
Some contributors also felt that Singapore's open-door policy to foreigners had led to the rising unemployment rate among Singaporeans adding that the influx of foreigners was also causing social problems.
But opinions remain divided over the issue.
Others felt that to collectively build Singapore's future, Singaporeans need to appreciate the contributions of non-citizens and new citizens while newcomers must make the effort to integrate into Singapore society.
In a quick poll on the REACH website, Singaporeans expressed confidence that the country would emerge stronger from the current recession.
They agreed that a responsible government and the constant refinement of policies would enable Singapore to keep pace with the changing global landscape and run ahead of the pack.
REACH is revamping its homepage for easier navigation.
The new look will go live on June 10. - CNA/vm
The government's feedback portal, REACH, has received more than 250 inputs via its various feedback channels, following President S R Nathan's Address at the opening of the second session of the 11th Parliament last month.
Some contributors felt that Singaporeans were feeling stressed over the high cost of living, stagnant pay, job insecurity and high pressure education system.
Others reiterated the need for the government to look after low-income Singaporeans who require the most help at this critical time.
Some contributors also felt that Singapore's open-door policy to foreigners had led to the rising unemployment rate among Singaporeans adding that the influx of foreigners was also causing social problems.
But opinions remain divided over the issue.
Others felt that to collectively build Singapore's future, Singaporeans need to appreciate the contributions of non-citizens and new citizens while newcomers must make the effort to integrate into Singapore society.
In a quick poll on the REACH website, Singaporeans expressed confidence that the country would emerge stronger from the current recession.
They agreed that a responsible government and the constant refinement of policies would enable Singapore to keep pace with the changing global landscape and run ahead of the pack.
REACH is revamping its homepage for easier navigation.
The new look will go live on June 10. - CNA/vm
