Charities Act (Chapter 37): Governs charitable fundraising activities, including registration requirements for charities and regulations regarding public fundraising. Key for solicitation letters involving charitable purposes.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, and storage of personal data. Critical for return slips that collect personal information, including consent requirements and data protection obligations.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Ensures fair trading practices and prevents misleading statements in solicitations. Requires clear and accurate representations in all communications.
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs electronic transactions including validity of electronic signatures and record-keeping requirements. Relevant if solicitation includes electronic response options.
Spam Control Act: Regulates electronic communications, including requirements for opt-out options and rules regarding unsolicited commercial messages.
Multi-Level Marketing and Pyramid Selling (Prohibition) Act: Ensures compliance with anti-pyramid scheme regulations, particularly relevant if solicitation involves business opportunities or investments.
Securities and Futures Act: Governs solicitations involving financial products or investments, including disclosure and licensing requirements.
MAS Guidelines: Monetary Authority of Singapore guidelines for financial services or products, ensuring compliance with financial regulatory requirements.
