“I would like to ask the Minister if he would consider forming even a small task force for those who are actually passionate about this in the public sector to suss out all the critical success factors and those good in this area. And, in fact, position the public sector strongly as a leader in inclusive employment. There is a lot of room there and I am very encouraged by the hiring so far.”
Read More“Hawker culture is a cornerstone of our heritage. The root issues of declining margins and the reluctance of younger Singaporeans to enter this industry are not easy to resolve and need to be recognised. “
Read More“As we look to the future, let us dream even bigger. May the Singapore sports fraternity continue to grow from strength to strength. May you forge new paths of success, not just on the world stage but in every school, every neighbourhood, every community across our nation.”
Read More“I propose four areas for further improvement, including reporting beyond activities by linking EMP2030's outputs to outcomes, ensuring the plan's relevance amidst rapid societal and technological changes, addressing unaddressed gaps like inclusive insurance, criminal justice, and inclusion of mental health and neurodiversity, and re-evaluating the funding models for essential services to include a hybrid of universal base and means-tested funding.”
Read More“I request an update from the MOE on the progress of PSGs over the years, the role of the Community and Parents in Support of Schools (COMPASS) advisory panel, and future strategies for harnessing parents’ potential positive energy to strengthen our education system as a whole.”
Read More“I urge the MOE to refine its strategy for lifelong learning to include all Singaporeans, ensuring no one is left behind, and to take its place and lead in developing a more inclusive and comprehensive learning ecosystem for all Singaporeans, regardless of ability and background.”
Read More“Improvements have been made in MOE schools over the past two decades, with the introduction of SEN officers, trained school teachers, learning support programmes and resource packages, and the Special Education Fund for tertiary level students. Nonetheless, there are still gaps in meeting the needs of these students. Calls have made for better equipping of teachers,”
Read More“As the threats that we face become increasingly complex in wars that are fought not only in physical but also in cyberspace, Singaporeans’ commitment to a strong defense is now more important than ever.”
Read More“Such a movement not only helps foster volunteerism among public officers, it also improves their understanding of ground issues.”
Read MoreSupporting this Bill is strategic and will offer Singapore the opportunity to punch above its weight, influencing global thinking and policy making.
Read MoreParliamentary questions raised during the 5 July 2023 sitting on an update on enhancements to single room shared facilities initiative, with responses from Minister for National Development, Mr Desmond Lee.
Read MoreParliamentary questions raised during the 6 July 2023 sitting on plans under Healthier SG for younger persons with disabilities, with responses from Senior Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Social and Family Development, Mr Eric Chua.
Read MoreParliamentary questions raised during the 3 July 2023 sitting on plans under Healthier SG for younger persons with disabilities, with responses from Senior Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Health, Ms Rahayu Mahzam.
Read MoreParliamentary question raised during the 3 July 2023 sitting on the rental of 26 Ridout Road, with responses from Prime Minister, Mr Lee Hsien Loong.
Read MoreThe Government can certainly better support charities, one of their key partners in meeting the needs of society.
Read MoreHow can we persuade the rest of the Government to adopt a universal design approach to service planning so that the disabled will not be considered, only as an afterthought?
Read MoreFor ComLink to be successful, there must be clarity, competence and commitment. I urge the Ministry to ensure these CSFs are in place.
Read MoreAs an Adviser to NTUC affiliate, The National Instructors and Coaches Association, I seek MOM’s attention to uplift this group of freelancers for their better job and income security and well-being.
Read MoreEducation for children with SEN has made tremendous progress in the last 20 years in Singapore, thanks to MOE and partners. I urge MOE to continue to expand its vision to meet the lifelong learning needs of this special community, so they will thrive and not be left behind.
Read MoreFor our education system to be relevant and ready for the future, we must identify and work on the game changers to significantly move the needle.
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