Spur, or Skills Programme for Upgrading and Resilience, has done wonders in upgrading the skills of workers and helping them find new jobs. Launched in Dec 2008, as many as 264,000 workers had enrolled themselves in Spur training in one year. 2,400 courses are offered by Spur.

Out of the total registered employees two-thirds are rank-and-file workers, while the rest are Professionals, Managers and Executives.

Many companies and employees are being benefited by this program. 4,000 companies have tapped on Spur all coming from hotel, food and beverage and retail, electronics and electrical industries.

42000 people were employed and 1,120 trainees have started their traineeships under Spur. Manpower Minister Gan Kim Yong said, "SPUR has helped companies save jobs and unemployed workers find jobs during the recession. With the economy recovering, it is all the more imperative to stay focused on CET, which remains a national manpower priority. The government will continue to help companies and workers improve long-term employability and workforce competitiveness for sustained and inclusive economic growth".