1. Singapore reverts to Phase 2 from 22 July to 18 August
Sources: The Straits Times
2. Updated measures for migrant workers (MWs) (Heightened Alert)
- MWs will still be allowed to visit Recreation Centre. MWs found to have visited other areas without valid reasons may face further actions. including having their work passes revoked.
- All activities in the dormitories are capped at up to two persons per group.
- MWs can continue to go to work if they have a green Access Code.
- MWs can leave their dormitories to attend their Rostered Routine Testing (RRT) and vaccination appointments.
3. The courage fund for lower-income households affected by COVID-19
- The fund provides a payout of S$500 to S$1,000 and eligible households may now receive up to two payouts.
- Households will be assessed based on current income rather than income before hospitalization or isolation.
4. Additional rental relief for commercial properties
- An additional four-week rental waiver for qualifying tenants on government-owned commercial properties.
- An additional two-week rental relief cash payout for qualifying tenant-occupiers and owner-occupiers of privately-owned commercial properties under the Rental Support Scheme (RSS).
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5. Enhanced Jobs Support Scheme (JSS) for affected sectors from 22 July to 18 August 2021
(a) JSS support 60% for
Food and beverage (F&B), Gyms and fitness studios, Performing arts and arts education.
(b) JSS support 40% for
Retail, Cinemas, Museums (such as art galleries and historical sites), Family entertainment, Personal care services; and Tourism.
From 19 August to 31 August 2021, all aforementioned sectors will receive 10%.
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6. Travelers entering Singapore from Australia and Jiangsu province to face tighter measures from 2 Aug 21 (2359 hours)
(a) From Australia
- All travelers entering Singapore with a travel history (past 21 days) to Australia willserve a 14-day SHN.
- Travelers will be required to present a valid negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours before departure for Singapore.
(b) From Jiangsu province, Mainland China
- Singapore citizens and PRs entering to Singapore will serve a 7-day SHN and subject to an on-arrival COVID-19 PCR test.
- All short-term travelers holding an Air Travel Pass will not be allowed to enter Singapore.
