As Singapore’s population and workforce rapidly ages, there is an urgent need to tap
into the valuable skills and experience of older employees. Employers are urged to implement
the Guidelines even before the re-employment age is raised from 65 to 67. On their part,
employees are encouraged to be flexible in working out re-employment arrangements with
their employers, so that they can continue to contribute to their organisations and earn a regular
income. This will better prepare both parties for the revised legislation, provide employment
opportunities to employees beyond the statutory retirement age, and raise the effective
retirement age of employees in Singapore.