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An incident is an individual event; incidence describes the occurrence or frequency of events in a defined context and may be reported as a count, proportion or rate.
Reply normally takes to before the person or message; answer normally takes its object directly. Revert meaning reply is familiar in Singapore workplaces, but reply is clearer for an international audience.
In British-style spelling, practice is the noun and practise is the verb. American English uses practice for both.
A temporary assignment to another organisation or role while the officer retains an employment relationship with the home organisation.
A wage offset supporting employers that hire eligible senior Singaporean workers.
A Singapore non-profit organisation promoting environmental awareness, sustainable practices and certification programmes.
The common national secondary examination certificate being introduced from 2027.
The senior official who supports Cabinet processes, coordinates Cabinet business and maintains the associated records.
Admission pathway allowing Primary 6 students to apply to secondary schools based on talents and achievements before secondary-school posting.
A political office-holder who supports a ministry's parliamentary and policy work.
A senior ministry leader below the Permanent Secretary level, usually responsible for a major policy or organisational portfolio.
The most senior civil servant heading a ministry, accountable for its administration, policy support and organisational performance. Reports to the Minister.
A political office-holder appointment supporting a ministry and its parliamentary and policy work.