From time to time, political appointment holders (PAHs) are seconded to NTUC to reinforce the Government’s longstanding partnership with the labour unions and facilitate collaboration with the unions in shaping policies that address workers’ concerns in Singapore.

In general, the Government and NTUC will co-fund the salary of the PAH seconded to NTUC. This cost-sharing arrangement is intended to ensure that both organisations have a mutual stake and shared responsibility for the outcomes of the secondment.

PAHs who are seconded to NTUC receive only one pay package as an appointment holder.