GovTech: 93 jobs cut
GovTech has announced the layoff of 93 employees as part of a transition to a new operating model, with plans to reduce its workforce by 7 to 9 percent over the next two years. The agency aims to shift from a project-delivery model to a continuous product-ownership model. This restructuring is not explicitly linked to AI-driven downsizing, according to the chairman.
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GovTech cuts 93 jobs in ‘first phase’ of transition to new operating model - CNA
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GovTech layoffs necessary to maintain quality of digital services for Singaporeans, says Jasmin Lau - CNA
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Of GovTech’s 93 retrenched staff, 42% are in their 40s: Jasmin Lau | The Straits Times
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In Parliament: Labour MPs weigh in on GovTech retrenchment, AI and platform worker protections
In Parliament: Labour MPs weigh in on GovTech retrenchment, AI and platform worker protections # In Parliament: Labour MPs weigh in on GovTech retrenchment, AI and platform worker protections Patrick Tay and Sanjeev Kumar Tiwari raised questions on GovTech's restructuring, retrenchment support and the impact of AI on jobs, while Wan Rizal welcomed stronger road safety laws with safeguards for platform workers. By Nicolette Yeo 05 Aug 2026 Labour MPs raised questions on retrenchment and