FT: Pls allow more FT Chefs here in SG!

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Make it conducive to keep expat chefs working here

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I HAVE lived in Singapore for a brief five months. However, in that time, I have been lucky to take advantage of the wide array of dining options Singapore has to offer.
From Lau Pa Sat to Mr Bean, to Lagnaa, to The Cliff, I have sampled and enjoyed it all.
This is why it concerns me greatly that there are new employment regulations coming into effect which will force expatriate chefs out of the country.
Before moving to Singapore, I lived in New York. I believe these two cities are close competitors for the distinction of 'world's greatest food city'. One way I believe they maintain such high-calibre dining is the authenticity of their restaurants. Inherent to preserving the authenticity of any restaurant or franchise is the authenticity and proximity of the chefs to the source of the cuisine.
My concerns are less related to the price increase which would inevitably be passed on to diners when this rule comes into effect. In fact, I am primarily interested in maintaining the quality and variety of Singapore's culinary outlets. I believe the new regulations would have a detrimental effect on residents' lives. This is why I strongly urge the authorities to reconsider the proposed regulatory changes concerning employment of foreigners.
Allyson Johnson (Miss)

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[wrcboi]

quality chef or top class chef should be allowed..this enables to increase the number of varieties of gourmet offered in sg and improved the standard

 

[downgrader]

wah lau, then the civil servant who went to france and spend tens of thousands of dollars to upgrade how can

no way allyson

if you not happy, plse balek kampung

 

[jw5]

quality chef or top class chef should be allowed..this enables to increase the number of varieties of gourmet offered in sg and improved the standard

I agree as well.
Top people in any profession should always be welcome. Not only can they help their industry and the economy, but they can also train the locals.
But the problem is that we are getting lots of mid level office workers in all industries from foreign countries who don't bring much more value than the locals can provide.