By Assoc Prof Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of Social and Family Development and the Ministry of Education, MP for Nee Soon GRC The topic of social and welfare assistance is a sensitive and emotive one. Many debates have invoked a variety of approaches to it. It ranges from cold, hard academic data to the fuzzy, emotional arguments. Like with many things, the challenge lies in seeking a balance that benefits both the recipient and the country in the long-run.....
by Er. Dr. Lee Bee Wah, MP for Nee Soon GRC Singaporean households have a dismal recycling rate of just 19%. This is down from 22% in 2010 and much less than Taiwan’s rate of 55%. Up to half of all items put into the blue recycling bins at every HDB block go to waste. They get contaminated by organic trash like food and soiled diapers, which also attracts rats. I’ve also heard of “karang gunis” going through the bins- and leaving whatever they don’t want on the floor.....
by Louis Ng [Ed: This is part of our “2 Minutes With” series, in which we’ll bring you original commentaries and videos from your Nee Soon GRC MPs.] Yup, I’ve held my first Townhall, and I’ll be holding one every month. We’ve all heard that line about how the government doesn’t listen or you’ve never seen your MP? Well let’s tackle that both of that head-on. I’m creating a common space for everyone to be seen and heard.....