Committee of Supply 2026 debate, Day 5: Indranee Rajah on building a better Singapore for all generations

The government is studying measures to improve the safety and accessibility of buildings and infrastructure. One area it is looking into - safety of older lifts and escalators. It is reviewing measures to ensure that they keep pace with modern safety standards, such as having features that regulate their speed and movement. It is also exploring co-funding support for select essential safety features to eligible private building owners and operators. Second Minister for National Development Indranee Rajah, who announced this in parliament on Wednesday (Mar 4), said the government is reviewing potential enhancements to the Accessibility Fund to better support seniors, persons with disabilities and families to navigate their living environment more safely, including in private developments. Ms Indranee also highlighted efforts to transform the built environment and strengthen liveability, saying they reflect the government’s unwavering commitment to build a better Singapore for all generations.