National Service in Singapore

[Mllcg]

  On 12/29/2011 at 4:41 AM, TVT said:

This is not a good idea either. NS isn't a kind of reward, it is a "service" to the nation!

 

Also those boys with richer parents will study overseas uni instead. Not so rich parents can also borrow money to finance their boy for overseas uni. What about those who can't made it to uni at all?

 

Best is still to restrict foreigners into local uni, don't employ them in civil service, and don't give them any benefits unless they do NS.

 

as much as u like/dislike sth.

 

if i force u to do, how would u feel?

 

ns is about loyalty to country.

 

if u are forced to say u will die for country, would u really do it?

 

at least if there is a volunteer force, they sign on KNOWING that would be called up to war first and are willing to DIE for Singapore.

 

tell me how many of us would be on the first plane/ship out of singapore if we knew we were gonna get attacked in 3 days.

[Raymondism]

  On 12/26/2011 at 2:17 AM, Scb11980 said:

Personally, the mindset of the national is

if it is FREE we will keep it

 

hence, i dont envisage a possible reduction in our NS duration

 

what i am very worried about is

the world is moving so very fast

we already had been disadvantaged by NS, resulting in being 2 or 2 1/2 years behind our girls and our foreign classmates

in the future it will be worse for our children

even 6 months can mean a break or score

the economic cycle also is shorter

 

hence, i am just worried about our children

 

am i worrying too much for our kids

or should i just relax

 

 

TAIPEI

[Altivo]

  On 12/28/2011 at 11:24 AM, Count-Bracula said:

BTW, do male MPs go for ICT or IPPT or RT? If no, why not?

 

Yes they do. My frd just finished in ICT in Oct and was telling us one of the new MPs from MIW is in his company as a spec.

[Mustank]

http://news.asiaone.com/news/singapore/mindefs-budget-nsmen-get-100-vouchers-when-they-get-married-or-start-family

 

Mindef's Budget: NSmen to get $100 vouchers when they get married or start a family

 

$100 is what national servicemen will get as part of the new Celebratory Gifts scheme, announced Senior Minister of State for Defence Ong Ye Kung at the Committee of Supply Debate

 

On Thursday (April 7), as part of a series of Government initiatives to recognise national servicemen.Mr Ong said: "We have been finding ways to show appreciation to our national servicemen, and those who support them - the NSman Tax Relief, NS Housing, Medical and Education Awards, Safra facilities.""These forms of recognition are important to let them know their sacrifices are deeply appreciated, and for the greater good of Singapore," he added.Other than the family celebratory gift, here's what the Ministry of Defence will be spending some its budget on:NS Excellence Award enhancedThe Family Recognition Voucher scheme, which will be renamed NS Excellence Award, will be enhanced from April 1.

 

More NSmen will be awarded for their good performance during In-camp Trainings (ICTs) and NS courses as the number of those who will be rewarded will increase from top 10 per cent to top 30 per cent.The top 10 per cent will receive $200, while the next 20 per cent will receive $100.

 

Enhanced insurance coverage

 

Each serviceman will be covered for $150,000 in group term life and in group personal accident insurance.This will cover all incidents during full-time NS and operationally-ready NS activities, Mr Ong said.

 

Better SAFRA facilities

 

It was earlier announced that the new SAFRA Punggol club will be completed in April 2016.Mr Ong said he had visited the clubhouse and believes it will "serve the 82,000 NSmen and their families living in the North-east region of Singapore well".

 

New NS Mark accreditation scheme

 

This scheme recognises organisations supportive of NS and Total Defence, and encourages more employers and businesses to adopt human resource practices that support NSmen.Under the scheme, organisations will be awarded either the NS Mark, or the more prestigious NS Mark (Gold).maryanns@sph.com.sg

[Still2016]

  On 4/7/2016 at 9:48 AM, Mustank said:

http://news.asiaone.com/news/singapore/mindefs-budget-nsmen-get-100-vouchers-when-they-get-married-or-start-family

 

Mindef's Budget: NSmen to get $100 vouchers when they get married or start a family

 

$100 is what national servicemen will get as part of the new Celebratory Gifts scheme, announced Senior Minister of State for Defence Ong Ye Kung at the Committee of Supply Debate

 

On Thursday (April 7), as part of a series of Government initiatives to recognise national servicemen.Mr Ong said: "We have been finding ways to show appreciation to our national servicemen, and those who support them - the NSman Tax Relief, NS Housing, Medical and Education Awards, Safra facilities.""These forms of recognition are important to let them know their sacrifices are deeply appreciated, and for the greater good of Singapore," he added.Other than the family celebratory gift, here's what the Ministry of Defence will be spending some its budget on:NS Excellence Award enhancedThe Family Recognition Voucher scheme, which will be renamed NS Excellence Award, will be enhanced from April 1.

 

More NSmen will be awarded for their good performance during In-camp Trainings (ICTs) and NS courses as the number of those who will be rewarded will increase from top 10 per cent to top 30 per cent.The top 10 per cent will receive $200, while the next 20 per cent will receive $100.

 

Enhanced insurance coverage

 

Each serviceman will be covered for $150,000 in group term life and in group personal accident insurance.This will cover all incidents during full-time NS and operationally-ready NS activities, Mr Ong said.

 

Better SAFRA facilities

 

It was earlier announced that the new SAFRA Punggol club will be completed in April 2016.Mr Ong said he had visited the clubhouse and believes it will "serve the 82,000 NSmen and their families living in the North-east region of Singapore well".

 

New NS Mark accreditation scheme

 

This scheme recognises organisations supportive of NS and Total Defence, and encourages more employers and businesses to adopt human resource practices that support NSmen.Under the scheme, organisations will be awarded either the NS Mark, or the more prestigious NS Mark (Gold).maryanns@sph.com.sg

Feel so rich.

 

Xcuse me, can do NS a second time to earn $100 voucher.

 

Tomorrow report to CMPB.

 

Yes sir here I come.

 

wish me luck guys that I can the extra $100s.

Edited April 7, 2016 by Still2016

[Kusje]

  On 4/7/2016 at 9:48 AM, Mustank said:

http://news.asiaone.com/news/singapore/mindefs-budget-nsmen-get-100-vouchers-when-they-get-married-or-start-family

 

Mindef's Budget: NSmen to get $100 vouchers when they get married or start a family

 

$100 is what national servicemen will get as part of the new Celebratory Gifts scheme, announced Senior Minister of State for Defence Ong Ye Kung at the Committee of Supply Debate

 

On Thursday (April 7), as part of a series of Government initiatives to recognise national servicemen.Mr Ong said: "We have been finding ways to show appreciation to our national servicemen, and those who support them - the NSman Tax Relief, NS Housing, Medical and Education Awards, Safra facilities.""These forms of recognition are important to let them know their sacrifices are deeply appreciated, and for the greater good of Singapore," he added.Other than the family celebratory gift, here's what the Ministry of Defence will be spending some its budget on:NS Excellence Award enhancedThe Family Recognition Voucher scheme, which will be renamed NS Excellence Award, will be enhanced from April 1.

 

More NSmen will be awarded for their good performance during In-camp Trainings (ICTs) and NS courses as the number of those who will be rewarded will increase from top 10 per cent to top 30 per cent.The top 10 per cent will receive $200, while the next 20 per cent will receive $100.

 

Enhanced insurance coverage

 

Each serviceman will be covered for $150,000 in group term life and in group personal accident insurance.This will cover all incidents during full-time NS and operationally-ready NS activities, Mr Ong said.

 

Better SAFRA facilities

 

It was earlier announced that the new SAFRA Punggol club will be completed in April 2016.Mr Ong said he had visited the clubhouse and believes it will "serve the 82,000 NSmen and their families living in the North-east region of Singapore well".

 

New NS Mark accreditation scheme

 

This scheme recognises organisations supportive of NS and Total Defence, and encourages more employers and businesses to adopt human resource practices that support NSmen.Under the scheme, organisations will be awarded either the NS Mark, or the more prestigious NS Mark (Gold).maryanns@sph.com.sg

 

The way they put it is like they are showering us with goodies....

 

But don't you think that insurance should have been provided years ago when NS was made mandatory?

[Vid]

I don't get anything

[Watwheels]

Other dan the annual tax relief I got 3K in my cpf when I MR.

Edited April 7, 2016 by Watwheels

[Ktglfc]

  On 4/7/2016 at 9:48 AM, Mustank said:

http://news.asiaone.com/news/singapore/mindefs-budget-nsmen-get-100-vouchers-when-they-get-married-or-start-family

 

Mindef's Budget: NSmen to get $100 vouchers when they get married or start a family

 

$100 is what national servicemen will get as part of the new Celebratory Gifts scheme, announced Senior Minister of State for Defence Ong Ye Kung at the Committee of Supply Debate

 

On Thursday (April 7), as part of a series of Government initiatives to recognise national servicemen.Mr Ong said: "We have been finding ways to show appreciation to our national servicemen, and those who support them - the NSman Tax Relief, NS Housing, Medical and Education Awards, Safra facilities.""These forms of recognition are important to let them know their sacrifices are deeply appreciated, and for the greater good of Singapore," he added.Other than the family celebratory gift, here's what the Ministry of Defence will be spending some its budget on:NS Excellence Award enhancedThe Family Recognition Voucher scheme, which will be renamed NS Excellence Award, will be enhanced from April 1.

 

More NSmen will be awarded for their good performance during In-camp Trainings (ICTs) and NS courses as the number of those who will be rewarded will increase from top 10 per cent to top 30 per cent.The top 10 per cent will receive $200, while the next 20 per cent will receive $100.

 

Enhanced insurance coverage

 

Each serviceman will be covered for $150,000 in group term life and in group personal accident insurance.This will cover all incidents during full-time NS and operationally-ready NS activities, Mr Ong said.

 

Better SAFRA facilities

 

It was earlier announced that the new SAFRA Punggol club will be completed in April 2016.Mr Ong said he had visited the clubhouse and believes it will "serve the 82,000 NSmen and their families living in the North-east region of Singapore well".

 

New NS Mark accreditation scheme

 

This scheme recognises organisations supportive of NS and Total Defence, and encourages more employers and businesses to adopt human resource practices that support NSmen.Under the scheme, organisations will be awarded either the NS Mark, or the more prestigious NS Mark (Gold).maryanns@sph.com.sg

 

I don't get anything as I have already ROD many years ago ...

 

Still, I am happy for our current NSmen ... any $ from garmen better take... don't take, also must return somewhere somehow sometime ...

So in the meantime, besides BB bonus, an extra $100 can be used for a dinner with love ones and propose to start a family or get married ... oh ya, $100 probably can't get a good engagement ring...

[Watwheels]

Cannot be get nothing. Wife and parents of NSmen also get tax relief.

[Kusje]

  On 4/7/2016 at 11:47 AM, Ktglfc said:

I don't get anything as I have already ROD many years ago ...

 

Still, I am happy for our current NSmen ... any $ from garmen better take... don't take, also must return somewhere somehow sometime ...

So in the meantime, besides BB bonus, an extra $100 can be used for a dinner with love ones and propose to start a family or get married ... oh ya, $100 probably can't get a good engagement ring...

 

Boss..... 100 dollar can get a good engagement ring la.

 

My engagement ring (which also doubles up as the wedding ring) is 110 per set.

  On 4/7/2016 at 11:58 AM, Watwheels said:

Cannot be get nothing. Wife and parents of NSmen also get tax relief.

 

I think he nv pay tax 

 

Income from outside sg.

[Maxus-MIFA9]

NS get married get $100/- ....

 

The bridal hand held flowers already $200 ~ $350 .... LOL...

 

If $10,000 ..... that somethings ....

Edited April 7, 2016 by Picnic06-Biante15

[Kusje]

  On 4/7/2016 at 12:20 PM, Picnic06-Biante15 said:

NS get married get $100/- ....

 

The bridal hand held flowers already $200 ~ $350 .... LOL...

 

If $10,000 ..... that somethings ....

 

You trying to raid the reserves?

[Mustank]

  On 4/7/2016 at 10:27 AM, Kusje said:

The way they put it is like they are showering us with goodies....

 

But don't you think that insurance should have been provided years ago when NS was made mandatory?

They should put the $100 budget on more insurance

 

Insurance is so much more impt than all those show and bangs

[Ysc3]

  On 4/7/2016 at 12:20 PM, Picnic06-Biante15 said:

NS get married get $100/- ....

 

The bridal hand held flowers already $200 ~ $350 .... LOL...

 

If $10,000 ..... that somethings ....

hmmm ... are they trying to get our young generations to get married and have children when they are 18-20 ?? start young ?

[Nzy]

  On 4/7/2016 at 10:27 AM, Kusje said:

The way they put it is like they are showering us with goodies....

 

But don't you think that insurance should have been provided years ago when NS was made mandatory?

 

I think the insurance always had right? At least I had it. But it was 100k coverage and we have to pay for it. I think its $12+ a month. But every year they give rebate and it ends up being less than $10 a month. Or does the article mean that they are now making it free?

  On 4/7/2016 at 1:43 PM, Ysc3 said:

hmmm ... are they trying to get our young generations to get married and have children when they are 18-20 ?? start young ?

 

That $100 won't help la. The other incentives of having children young already better than that $100 lo. Get married and have children before enlisting and got higher chance of getting unit that is stay out. I have a friend who is PES A but became a father before enlisting. After BMT, he became a clerk. Lol. If that doesn't help make the younger generation get married and have children young, I don't think the $100 will la.

[Ysc3]

  On 4/7/2016 at 2:03 PM, Nzy said:

That $100 won't help la. The other incentives of having children young already better than that $100 lo. Get married and have children before enlisting and got higher chance of getting unit that is stay out. I have a friend who is PES A but became a father before enlisting. After BMT, he became a clerk. Lol. If that doesn't help make the younger generation get married and have children young, I don't think the $100 will la.

 

you friend lucky ... i was injured during BMT ... had a very bad fall and ended with a hairline crack in my my lower spine ... tong util end of second month in SAFINCOS then OOC ... become GDman (armskoteman, cleaner and enemy) for another 6 months before posting out to become clerk ... 8 months of pure suffering !!

[Kangadrool]

give just take lah...

 

those dun wan, transfer $100 into my sister island offshore bank account.