Employment Act (Chapter 91): Core legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, covering basic terms and conditions of employment, and defining rights and obligations of employers and employees
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Legislation governing the protection of personal data, including requirements for collection, use, and disclosure of personal information, and data security requirements
Official Secrets Act (Chapter 213): Legislation protecting official government secrets, particularly relevant if the employment involves government-related information
Common Law Trade Secrets Protection: While Singapore has no specific Trade Secrets Act, protection is provided under common law principles for confidential information and trade secrets
Singapore Contract Law: Common law system governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation of contractual terms
Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Legislation governing anti-competitive practices and protection of business information
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Legislation ensuring workplace safety and health standards, which may impact confidentiality requirements related to safety procedures
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Legislation governing the employment of foreign workers, which may have specific confidentiality implications for international employees
Intellectual Property Laws: Various laws protecting intellectual property rights, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights, which often intersect with confidentiality obligations
