Motion: Indranee Rajah on suitability of Pritam Singh as Leader of the Opposition

The court has dealt with the criminal offences, but the conduct and conviction of Mr Pritam Singh reflect directly on parliament, said Leader of the House Indranee Rajah. In a motion on Wednesday (Jan 14) calling on parliament to consider Mr Singh unsuitable to continue as the Leader of the Opposition, she pointed out that following the High Court decision, Mr Singh has not shown any remorse, accountability, or acceptance of responsibility. Nor has the Workers’ Party expressed its view on the matter. “This House must decide on the matter without unnecessary delay, as it reflects on the standing and integrity of parliament,” she said. Ms Indranee said the matter goes beyond party politics - honesty and integrity are non-negotiable and form the foundation of Singapore’s political system and good governance.