Committee of Supply 2024 debate, Day 1: He Ting Ru on conflict of interest
MP He Ting Ru said trust between elected officials and public servants on one side and the public on the other is important for a well-functioning political system. In Parliament on Wednesday (Feb 28), she said it is important to maintain and enhance this relationship. She spoke of lobbying, which she said happens in all systems. But Ms He said what is important is how Singapore’s system regulates lobbying to ensure that the proper political process is not circumvented.
MP He Ting Ru said trust between elected officials and public servants on one side and the public on the other is important for a well-functioning political system. In Parliament on Wednesday (Feb 28), she said it is important to maintain and enhance this relationship. She spoke of lobbying, which she said happens in all systems. But Ms He said what is important is how Singapore’s system regulates lobbying to ensure that the proper political process is not circumvented.