MANILA, Philippines - Filipino household service workers (HSWs) in Singapore will soon enjoy a pay hike, the Department of Labor and Employment said yesterday.
Labor Secretary Rosalinda Baldoz said employers in Singapore have agreed to upgrade the pay scales of HSWs to a minimum of $400.
On top of the minimum $400 salary for HSWs, recruiters also agreed to a no placement fee policy before departure.
Employers also promised to provide the HSWs three meals a day, one day off and at least seven hours of uninterrupted sleep. Full story
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