- The FairPrice Pioneer Generation (PG), Merdeka Generation (MG) and CHAS Blue discount schemes will be extended for a further 12 months at all FairPrice stores and Unity pharmacies, from 1 January to 31 December 2023
- Over $11.5 million in savings were given out to PG members, MG members, seniors and CHAS Blue cardholders this year
SINGAPORE, 27 December 2022 – NTUC FairPrice announced today that it will be extending its ongoing discount schemes for members of the Pioneer Generation (PG), Merdeka Generation (MG) and Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS) Blue cardholders for another year. This extension will last from 1 January to 31 December 2023. FairPrice gave out over $11.5 million in savings through the PG, MG, Seniors and Chas Blue discount schemes this year.
Mr Vipul Chawla, Group CEO, FairPrice Group, said, “Moderating the cost of living has always been a key focus for FairPrice. Amidst the uncertain economic climate, FairPrice is committed to ensuring that our customers are able to have access to household essentials and the extension of the discount schemes looks to help alleviate some financial burden on daily essentials.”
Beyond the discount schemes, FairPrice will also offer a 1% discount to offset the additional increase in Goods and Services Tax (GST) for 500 essential items for six months from 1 January 2023 onwards. The 500 essential items are products frequently purchased by customers, which comprise housebrand and national brand products including fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, staples, dairy, paper products, detergents and household cleaners.
Discount schemes for PG, MG and low-income families
FairPrice currently offers the following discounts and other initiatives to help seniors and underprivileged families.
| Day of the week | Initiative | Benefit | Outlets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | PG Discount Scheme | 3% discount | All FairPrice supermarkets, FairPrice Shop stores, FairPrice Finest outlets, FairPrice Xtra hypermarkets, FairPrice On Wheels and Unity pharmacies |
| Tuesday | Seniors Discount Scheme | 2% discount | |
| Wednesday | PG & MG Discount Scheme | 3% discount | |
| Thursday | CHAS Blue Discount Scheme | 3% discount | |
| Daily | Special GST discount on 500 essential items (1 Jan to 30 Jun 2023) | 1% discount | All FairPrice supermarkets, FairPrice Shop stores, FairPrice Finest outlets, FairPrice Xtra hypermarkets, FairPrice On Wheels, FairPrice Online |
To be able to use these benefits, eligible customers would need to present their membership cards (PG, MG or CHAS Blue card) at the cashiers upon checking out their purchases. At self-checkout counters, customers would also need to select the relevant PG, MG or CHAS Blue card discount option. These discounts are valid for up to $200 per transaction per day.
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