The Singapore COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020 (the
"COVID-19 Act") provides, amongst other reliefs,
temporary relief to businesses unable to perform certain
contractual obligations as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic from
20 April 2020 to 19 October 2020 (the "Prescribed
Period"). The Prescribed Period may be extended or shortened
by the Singapore Minister as ordered in the Singapore
Gazette.
Are all contracts covered under the COVID-19 Act?
No. The COVID-19 Act only applies where:-
- The contract was entered into or
renewed (but not automatically) before 25 March
2020;
- The contract is one of the following
specified types of contracts listed in the Schedule of the COVID-19
Act (a "Scheduled Contract"):
