Updating Our Regulatory Framework to Account for Changing Technologies and Threats Relating to Guns, Explosives and Weapons.

Speech by Mr. Louis Ng Kok Kwang, MP for Nee Soon GRC, at the Second Reading of the Guns, Explosives and Weapons Control Bill (Bill No. 44/2020)   Introduction Sir, this Bill seeks to consolidate and update our laws relating to guns, explosives, and weapons. The regulation of guns, explosives, and weapons is important to the safety and security of Singaporeans, and our regulatory framework should be updated to account for changing technologies and threats. I have four clarifications to raise on this Bill.....

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Multimodal Transport Bill (Bill No. 42/2020) 

Speech by Mr. Louis Ng Kok Kwang, MP for Nee Soon GRC, at the Second Reading of the Multimodal Transport Bill (Bill No. 42/2020)  Introduction Sir, this Bill gives effect to the ASEAN Framework Agreement on Multimodal Transport (AFAMT) signed in 2005. By streamlining the multimodal transport of goods among ASEAN member countries, AFAMT facilitates trade and greater regional economic integration. A strong logistics hub is the backbone of trade. As Minister Iswaran said at the launch of the Logistics Industry Transformation Map (ITM) in 2016,....

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Support for family members of prison inmates

The Minister of State for Home Affairs (Assoc Prof Dr Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim) (for the Minister for Home Affairs) in response to parliamentary question by Ms Nadia Ahmad Samdin to the Minister for Home Affairs on what support do parents, spouses and children of incarcerated members of society have to access on a consistent basis (i) the inmate during his time in prison and (ii) as part of his reintegration upon release from prison.  Mr Speaker,....

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Give better support to couples trying to become parents through in-vitro fertilisation

Speech by Mr. Louis Ng Kok Kwang, MP for Nee Soon GRC, on the Adjournment Motion: Giving more support to couples undergoing IVF. Introduction Sir, I have shared stories about my children numerous times in this House. Being a parent to Ella, Katie and Poppy has been one of the greatest joys for my wife Amy and I. I share so many stories of them because I’m grateful that I have three happy healthy children. I’m grateful for all the lessons they have taught me and they have undoubtedly made me a better person.....

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