Committee of Supply 2026 debate, Day 4: Lee Hui Ying on protecting Singaporeans from secondhand smoke in shared spaces

Budget 2026 raises tobacco tax to discourage smoking, but the real victims are those trapped at home - children and non-smoking family members exposed to secondhand smoke. MP Lee Hui Ying made this observation in parliament on Tuesday (Mar 3). She called for a ban on smoking at windows and balconies to protect Singaporeans from secondhand smoke. She also highlighted a need for stronger enforcement powers and smarter surveillance, particularly in addressing complaints on secondhand smoke and high-rise littering.