Singapore public holiday dates for 2024 released, with 5 long weekends:
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Quick Glance: 2024: Singapore Releases Holiday Dates with 5 Long Weekends
- The Ministry of Manpower in Singapore has released the dates of public holidays for the year 2024, including five long weekends.
- Due to the second day of Chinese New Year falling on a Sunday, the following Monday will be a holiday.
- Two holidays fall on a Monday.
- Employers and employees can agree to substitute a holiday for another working day.
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