The_King Posted March 2, 2020 Share Posted March 2, 2020 SINGAPORE: From Mar 1, full-time and operationally ready national servicemen (NSF and NSmen) across all ranks will get an increase of S$70 to S$120 in their NS allowance each month, Senior Minister of State for Defence Heng Chee How announced in Parliament on Monday (Mar 2). Mr Heng was speaking during his ministry's Committee of Supply debate. The raise includes increments in both rank and vocation allowance components. As part of the revision, all national servicemen will get a vocation allowance of at least S$50 a month. Those who currently receive combat or operational allowance will get up to S$100 more. This means that an NSF holding the rank of Recruit or Trainee will get S$630 a month, up from the current S$560. A Singapore Armed Forces NSF naval diver, Singapore Police Force NSF Police Tactical Trooper, or Singapore Civil Defence Force firefighter holding the rank of Corporal will get S$1,050, up from the current S$930. The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) said the allowance supports national servicemen in their “basic personal upkeep” and is reviewed periodically, with Mr Heng saying the raise acknowledged the “contributions” of servicemen. Mr Heng also announced other measures to improve the NS experience for every servicemen, as he stressed that the Singapore Armed Forces’ (SAF) “greatest asset” is its people. One measure is extending the PreEnlistees Exercise Programme for National Service (PREP4NS) trial, which gives future national servicemen a free one-year SAFRA EnergyOne gym membership, to ActiveSG gyms. PREP4NS was announced last October to prepare future servicemen for their pre-enlistee Individual Physical Proficiency Test (IPPT) and the physical demands of NS. MINDEF said more than 6,000 have signed up for the membership since its launch last November, adding that it is working with Sport Singapore to extend the trial to 24 ActiveSG gyms. Registration for the trial ends on Apr 30. Still on the topic of pre-enlistees, Mr Heng said MINDEF has partnered with the Advisory Council on Community Relations in Defence to appoint dedicated NS coordinators to assist pre-enlistees from diverse backgrounds with their questions on NS. These coordinators will come from Foreign System Schools and Privately Funded Institutions, he said, adding that some pre-enlistees are new citizens and permanent residents who might not have family or friends who have undergone NS. “The inaugural NS Coordinator engagement session in May 2019 was organised by the United World College (South East Asia), to facilitate mutual learning and exchange of best practices among the NS Coordinators,” MINDEF said. Moving on to improvements during NS, Mr Heng said MINDEF will fully subsidise Electronic Pre-Release Employment Programme (E-PREP) course fees, instead of the up to 90 per cent subsidy currently NSFs can choose from more than 4,000 courses with the National University of Singapore and Institute of Technical Education coming on board, an increase from the 3,000 courses currently. “NSFs devote two full years to serving the nation,” Mr Heng said. “It is therefore incumbent upon us as stewards of their time and talents to make sure that we support their aspirations." Mr Heng said MINDEF is also using technology to make various aspects of NS, like administration, training and healthcare, more seamless. For instance, the Central Manpower Base (CMPB) is trialling a real-time queue management system and facial recognition technology to cut waiting times during the pre-enlistment process. In June, it will implement improved eServices, like a single online transaction for bond and exit permit applications, so future servicemen can complete most transactions online. “Once the Smart CMPB initiative is fully implemented, pre-enlistees will be notified of their pre-enlistment application outcomes, for example deferment and exit permit, up to 40 per cent more quickly,” MINDEF said. On top of that, virtual consultations at SAF medical centres and telemedicine devices like digital stethoscopes will allow quicker and more convenient access to medical services. MINDEF said trials conducted in 2019 at two medical centres found that the digital consultations were “effective and efficient”, with Mr Heng saying it allows SAF medical officers to remotely provide safe and effective treatment for soldiers with common ailments. “Through whole-of-society commitment to our defence, we will demonstrate our will and resolve to protect Singapore's freedom and sovereignty come what may,” Mr Heng said. Measures to improve the NS experience. (Graphic: MINDEF) Beyond just improving the NS experience, Senior Minister of State for Defence Maliki Osman said strong family and societal support for national servicemen “will motivate them to give their best when performing their duties”. To recognise and strengthen this support, Dr Maliki announced that MINDEF and the Ministry of Home Affairs will launch the SAFRA Family Scheme and HomeTeamNS Family Scheme this year. Under the schemes, NSmen can sign up for a family package for himself and his dependants regardless of the size of his family, Mr Maliki said, allowing “significant cost savings” as servicemen no longer need to pay individual membership fees for each dependant. “We hope this will encourage more families to visit SAFRA and HomeTeamNS clubhouses, enjoy the facilities, and spend more quality time together,” he said, adding that the two will announce more details in the middle of the year. Dr Maliki also revealed that MINDEF will conduct engagement sessions in the second half of this year to hear from Singaporeans on how Total Defence can be strengthened and better put into action. “This will also allow younger Singaporeans to reflect on what Total Defence is to them and operationalise this as we respond to future threats and challenges,” he added. “With a strong Total Defence, we have every reason to have confidence and a sense of hope for Singapore's future.” Source: CNA/hz 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted March 2, 2020 Author Share Posted March 2, 2020 toilet cleaner pay more. and it got cpf https://www.indeed.com.sg/salaries/cleaner-Salaries 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homelander Posted March 2, 2020 Share Posted March 2, 2020 2 hours ago, The_King said: toilet cleaner pay more. and it got cpf https://www.indeed.com.sg/salaries/cleaner-Salaries last time i only get $560 lor. Recruit now also higher than me liao. Better for this gen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted March 2, 2020 Share Posted March 2, 2020 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Homelander said: last time i only get $560 lor. Recruit now also higher than me liao. Better for this gen. My first ns pay was $240 lol How I wish I got $630 Edited March 2, 2020 by ManOfTheHour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homelander Posted March 2, 2020 Share Posted March 2, 2020 6 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: My first ns pay was $240 lol How I wish I got $630 yeah this is chao recruit pay...kgk xdd now life so much better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted March 2, 2020 Share Posted March 2, 2020 1 minute ago, Homelander said: yeah this is chao recruit pay...kgk xdd now life so much better Yet never appreciate. serve 2 years only but still get CPL pay at least. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted March 2, 2020 Author Share Posted March 2, 2020 1 hour ago, Homelander said: last time i only get $560 lor. Recruit now also higher than me liao. Better for this gen. last time my ns time, GST is only 3%, last time nsf time, a fishball noodles cost me $3 at aircon food court Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 12 hours ago, The_King said: last time my ns time, GST is only 3%, last time nsf time, a fishball noodles cost me $3 at aircon food court My time GST was 3% then slowly increase to 5% by the time I ORD lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted March 3, 2020 Author Share Posted March 3, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, ManOfTheHour said: My time GST was 3% then slowly increase to 5% by the time I ORD lol ORD? still have to go back until how old? me nv ord, me is direct ROD serving my 2 yr of conscript(force to join) service. cause i spend the 2 yr visiting doc weekly and was finally given pes E1 during FFI checkup before my conscript(force to join) service end Edited March 3, 2020 by The_King Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 1 minute ago, The_King said: ORD? still have to go back until how old? me nv ord, me is direct ROD serving my 2 yr of conscript service. cause i spend the 2 yr visiting doc weekly and was finally given pes E1 during FFI chcekcup before my conscript service end My MR was at age 34. Enlisted at 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted March 3, 2020 Author Share Posted March 3, 2020 1 minute ago, ManOfTheHour said: My MR was at age 34. Enlisted at 19. conscript Enlisted at 21. conscript end when i ROD at 23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 Just now, The_King said: conscript Enlisted at 21. conscript end when i ROD at 23 Overall I enjoyed my NS journey. Made some good buddies and entering at a young age helped me grow up. My unit bunk had a few from poly batch and those guys life lessons helped me improve myself 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted March 3, 2020 Author Share Posted March 3, 2020 37 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: Overall I enjoyed my NS journey. Made some good buddies and entering at a young age helped me grow up. My unit bunk had a few from poly batch and those guys life lessons helped me improve myself i cant wait for it be over and start working to pay and pay my bills Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 27 minutes ago, The_King said: i cant wait for it be over and start working to pay and pay my bills I knew I wasnt ready for work. And wasnt even sure to continue schooling. But got a good kick of reality from bunkmates not to waste my life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted March 3, 2020 Author Share Posted March 3, 2020 14 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: I knew I wasnt ready for work. And wasnt even sure to continue schooling. But got a good kick of reality from bunkmates not to waste my life at least ns wake you up, i was already waken up. it just the conscript service wasted my time. spend 2 yr taking 420++++ and no cpf somemore . i would have learn new skill and study halfway for my poly already 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 4 minutes ago, The_King said: at least ns wake you up, i was already waken up. it just the conscript service wasted my time. spend 2 yr taking 420++++ and no cpf somemore . i would have learn new skill and study halfway for my poly already True. Different people, different stages. I was a very lost kgk at 19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted March 3, 2020 Author Share Posted March 3, 2020 1 minute ago, ManOfTheHour said: True. Different people, different stages. I was a very lost kgk at 19 at 18, i already go jb alone, everyday after school is ownself go out ownself, ownself travel to genting ownself, in short everything is me, myself and i i guess that how i grow up fast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 6 minutes ago, The_King said: at 18, i already go jb alone, everyday after school is ownself go out ownself, ownself travel to genting ownself, in short everything is me, myself and i i guess that how i grow up fast at 18 I did things by myself but I didn't know what to do for school or career. So I just decided to enjoy my youth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted March 3, 2020 Author Share Posted March 3, 2020 5 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: at 18 I did things by myself but I didn't know what to do for school or career. So I just decided to enjoy my youth for me is simple, retired early before age 40, so far i almost reach that goal by living a frugal life 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 22 minutes ago, The_King said: for me is simple, retired early before age 40, so far i almost reach that goal by living a frugal life Just curious, where do you buy your clothes & shoes while being frugal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted March 3, 2020 Author Share Posted March 3, 2020 (edited) 8 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: Just curious, where do you buy your clothes & shoes while being frugal. clothes at shop like bossni, hangten etc... i usually wear until i cannot patch the hole usually the hole is at least 20% of the t shirt. now it taobao that bamboo t shirt for $15 and it super super soft even still got hole i still wear. even my pant pocket got many hole i still wear for shoes, i still wear army boot, 1 army boot for $70 can last me 3 to 6yr (wear 9 hr per day or 6 days per week) but last yr i buy a sport shoe as i getting old, leg not as strong as before, if not i will still wear army boot, really really lasting just remember, my boot if the sole drop a bit, i use cable tie and keep wearing until it cannot be cable tie Edited March 3, 2020 by The_King Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 1 minute ago, The_King said: clothes at shop like bossni, hangten etc... i usually wear until i cannot patch the hole usually the hole is at least 20% of the t shirt. for shoes, i still wear army boot, 1 army boot for $70 can last me 3 to 6yr (wear 9 hr per day or 6 days per week) but last yr i buy a sport shoe as i getting old, leg not as strong as before, if not i will still wear army boot, really really lasting you wear army boots for work too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted March 3, 2020 Author Share Posted March 3, 2020 1 minute ago, ManOfTheHour said: you wear army boots for work too? i just update my post yes, but for work, my clothes cannot, everything have to be new or look new Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 wah use cable tie. So work you wear sports shoe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_King Posted March 3, 2020 Author Share Posted March 3, 2020 2 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: wah use cable tie. So work you wear sports shoe? work, also sport shoe cause it black, so nothing too loud. as long as it new or look new, can already (as in for work only) me is also a miser, can fix i will wear, i dont care how ppl judge me or look at me, money is first cause at the end of the day if no money, then is ownself suffer, no one will pity me. that the cold hard true that harris will nv understand, only those poor and suffer hardship before will understand ppl like us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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