Commentary: Budget 2025 and the appeal of CDC vouchers over cash handouts

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Having evolved from a pandemic relief measure, the CDC Voucher Scheme has become an important feature of Singapore's social support framework, says the Institute of Policy Studies’ Clara Lee. SINGAPORE: With each Singaporean household receiving S$800 (US$600) in Community Development Council (CDC) vouchers – an increase from S$600 last year but without accompanying cash payments – Budget 2025 suggests a stronger government preference for this mode of social support. The SG60 vouchers , offering

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Commentary: Budget 2025 and the appeal of CDC vouchers over cash handouts https://www.channelnewsasia.com - 20.02.2025 06:00
Commentary: Budget 2025 and the appeal of CDC vouchers over cash handouts https://www.channelnewsasia.com/ - 20.02.2025 06:00