In this edition of the Singapore Labour Research Digest, we showcase the recently launched NTUC Labour Alliance co-LaB (LAB) at the 5th Labour Research Conference held in September 2024. We also highlight findings from our research in professionalising the skilled trades, showcasing learnings from overseas, youth perceptions, and suggesting strategies to establish a strong local core of skilled tradespeople in Singapore.

In this edition of the Singapore Labour Research Digest, we uncover how challenges could impact the opportunities available for workers in the manufacturing sector. We also suggest how workers can navigate the opportunities and risks by securing the necessary skills to create strategic advantages in the sector.

In this edition of the Singapore Labour Research Digest, we explore the impact of automation on Singapore and identify key strategies to mitigate the impact of an ageing population and slowing workforce growth.

In this edition of the Singapore Labour Research Digest, we explore workers' top concerns today and in the next decade, including their perception of climate change's impact on organisations. Our study highlights the crucial role of unions in supporting a Just Transition for workers.

In this edition of the Singapore Labour Research Digest, we examine the preferred digital platforms and tools for organising, provide a framework to incorporate it, and propose five recommendations for unions to transition into digital organising so that a greater collective voice may be forged.

In this edition of the Singapore Labour Research Digest, we explore the training and learning opportunities provided by business leaders in Singapore in light of the Fifth Industrial Revolution. As technology and machines advance, workers must adapt their skills to meet evolving job requirements.

Through this space, we aim to initiate discussions, promote debate, and advance the understanding of labour issues.