SINGAPORE: Convenience store chain Emart24 is being investigated by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) for allegedly failing to pay former employees.
The Tripartite Alliance for Dispute Management (TADM) received claims for unpaid salaries from 15 former employees of the South Korean chain.
These employees are currently receiving assistance.
“TADM has successfully helped five workers to reach an agreement with Emart24, and the company has begun repaying them,” said the organisation and MOM in a joint statement on Saturday (Apr 13).
“TADM is in the process of scheduling mediation sessions for the remaining workers.”
The authorities added that affected employees who require employment assistance have been referred to the labour union’s Employment and Employability Institute.
MOM and TADM reminded employers to pay staff on time and advised employees who require assistance with salary claims to approach TADM early via the Tripartite Alliance website.
Emart24 debuted in Singapore at the end of 2022 and eventually opened three outlets around the country.
All three shops closed abruptly in March.
CNA has contacted Emart24 for comment.