Committee of Supply 2024 debate, Day 2: Sitoh Yih Pin on community disputes resolution
In Parliament on Thursday (Feb 29), MP Sitoh Yih Pin asked for an update on efforts to better facilitate the resolution of community disputes. He noted that last year, plans were announced for stronger laws, including mandating mediation, improving the Community Disputes Resolution Tribunals (CDRT) process and piloting a team of dedicated personnel to facilitate dispute resolution. He said over the years, constituents have given feedback that the CDRT process is laborious, time-consuming and does not lead to effective outcomes.
In Parliament on Thursday (Feb 29), MP Sitoh Yih Pin asked for an update on efforts to better facilitate the resolution of community disputes. He noted that last year, plans were announced for stronger laws, including mandating mediation, improving the Community Disputes Resolution Tribunals (CDRT) process and piloting a team of dedicated personnel to facilitate dispute resolution. He said over the years, constituents have given feedback that the CDRT process is laborious, time-consuming and does not lead to effective outcomes.