Sunday, February 3, 2019

Raymond’s letter to Today Newspaper: Recognise older NSmen to spur younger ones




 

My letter to MediaCorp’s Today newspaper on the above subject was published on Monday 13 May 2013

 

The “NS committee to look into servicemen’s aspirations (May 9) will be exploring ways to sustain commitment to National Service among a younger generation, and I am responding to its call for suggestions.

 

First, many of your youngsters worry about securing jobs after completing NS, more so when they have to compete with foreigners.

 

Performance assessments by their respective commanders could thus be given to employers, to encourage NSmen to give their full commitment to the State.

 

Second, the first generation of NS men who took their training seriously could be invited to serve as mentors to younger NS men through inspiration talks and workshops. A token sum could be paid to these mentors for their time and effort.

 

Younger NSmen would be motivated to perform well if they see the Government recognising the sacrifices and contributions of the older generation of NSmen.

 

Perhaps, beter medical subsidies could also be given to NSmen once they hit the age of 50, given Singaporeans’ concern over the rising cost of living and high medical fees.

 

RAYMOND ANTHONY FERNANDO

 

 

 

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