Cabbies, private-hire drivers welcome support package, but salaries, job flexibility are key concerns
Singaporean taxi and private-hire drivers are expressing concerns over a government support package designed to transition them into the autonomous vehicle sector. While the training is welcomed, drivers worry about losing their current job flexibility and earning potential.
Why it matters
This reflects the broader global challenge of workforce displacement caused by automation and the difficulty of transitioning gig-economy workers into fixed-role industries.
The package is aimed at helping drivers adapt to an evolving transport landscape.
The article balances the government's support initiative with the personal concerns and perspectives of the affected workers.
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