06 May 2020 – Guidelines for gradual resumption of business operations

Type of Intervention: Guidance
Sectors Involved: Finance/Economy
Intervention Categories: Individual measures; Social and physical distancing measures
Level of Jurisdiction: National
Lead People/Agency: Ministry of Trade & Industry

Overview: Guidelines for gradual resumption of business operations – class exemptions (i.e. individual businesses need not apply for exemption) for the following categories; with need to adhere to safe distancing and hygiene regulations (retail laundry services, barbers and hairdressers (basic haircuts and services only), pet supplies, confectionery and dessert shops (takeaway/delivery only).
Full details here: https://www.mti.gov.sg/-/media/MTI/Newsroom/Press-Releases/2020/05/REVISED-Press-Statement-Guidelines-for-gradual-resumption-of-business-operations.pdf

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Type of Justification: Advice of INTERNAL government advisory committee or group
Source of Evidence or Justification: National – government
Evidence/Justification: Multi-ministry taskforce announcement on 2 May 20, that the circuit-breaker measures are to be eased gradually. This follows a Labor Day (1 May 20) speech by the PM on the importance of gradually easing measures.