Budget 2026 debate: David Hoe on encouraging parenthood
Singapore’s total fertility rate, which was at a historical low of 0.97 in 2024, suggests that Singapore has not been successful in shifting the needle on encouraging Singaporeans to have children, said MP David Hoe in parliament on Tuesday (Feb 24). He proposed a shift from “doing 'more' in an aggregate manner, to doing 'better'”, addressing the concerns of adequate space in HDB flats, mobility and commuting stress, paid childcare leave and accessibility to play areas for children. He also raised the issue of a widening opportunity gap and equitable access to opportunities among families with children.
Singapore’s total fertility rate, which was at a historical low of 0.97 in 2024, suggests that Singapore has not been successful in shifting the needle on encouraging Singaporeans to have children, said MP David Hoe in parliament on Tuesday (Feb 24). He proposed a shift from “doing 'more' in an aggregate manner, to doing 'better'”, addressing the concerns of adequate space in HDB flats, mobility and commuting stress, paid childcare leave and accessibility to play areas for children. He also raised the issue of a widening opportunity gap and equitable access to opportunities among families with children.
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