Sembmarine apologises after Jurong dorm residents raise issues about hygiene, Covid-19 healthcare


Residents and healthcare workers at Westlite Jalan Tukang Dormitory on Oct 14, 2021. - ST

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): Sembcorp Marine has apologised to its workers living at Westlite Jalan Tukang Dormitory over issues they have raised, and said it will continue to engage them on their concerns.

The marine and offshore engineering group acknowledged in a statement on Friday (Oct 15) that its workers at the Jurong dormitory had complained about poor hygiene and quality in their catered food, which was provided by an external caterer engaged by the firm.

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