TR EMERITUS

I refer to the article “Freelancers may get help with payment disputes, insurance” (Straits Times, Feb 22). It states that “The group also noted that one in four freelancers falls behind on Medisave contributions, despite the risk of penalties. They are required to contribute to their Medisave accounts for the previous... 

I refer to the article “11,000 households get government grant in buying resale flats near parents or children” (Straits Times, Feb 11). It states that “About $211 million in PHG has been disbursed to the 11,000 families, HDB said”. So, does it mean that the average grant is $19,182 ($211 million divided by 11,000)? What... 

I refer to the article “Singapore Budget 2018: Lower-income groups worry about GST hike” ( Straits Times, Feb 20). It states that “With the impending goods and services tax (GST) hike, Mr Tony Teng, 43, worries about his young family’s growing expenses. The ambulance driver supports his one-year-old daughter, pregnant...