Former commando pleads for independent investigation into SGT Uvaraja’s death and alleged malpractices within SPF

Sathiya Moorthy, an ex-commando, is pleading for an independent investigation and a Commission of Inquiry into the alleged bullying, discrimination, and suicide in the Singapore Police Force, following the death of Sergeant Uvaraja S/O Gopal. His letter, which was sent to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), and the Singapore President on Monday, had not received a reply as of 8 pm on Wednesday.

Former officer shares journey of struggle and resilience through the Singapore Police Force

In a deeply moving and courageous account, former officer Fauzella Sahabdin reveals her experiences within the Singapore Police Force (SPF), highlighting an environment of degradation and bullying that led her to lose her self-respect. Just 19 years old when she joined, Fauzella was full of enthusiasm and motivation to make a positive impact on society. However, she was met with a harsh reality – insults, name-calling, and a pervasive culture of disrespect. Her memories, some of which she had buried due to their painful nature, were brought back to the surface following the tragic death of fellow officer Sergeant Uvaraja S/0 Gopal.

Self-professed ex-officer shares experience of Singapore Police Force’s broken employee grievance system

Motivated by the tragic suicide of Sergeant Uvaraja S/0 Gopal on 21 July, a self-professed ex-officer reveals systemic flaws within the Singapore Police Force’s employee grievance system. Gopal’s last post alleged severe workplace discrimination, bullying, and corruption. This revelation casts a disturbing light on the institutional problems potentially contributing to such tragedies.

Discerning public will not be satisfied with a slap on the wrist for Tan Chuan-Jin

Letter: The recent controversy over Speaker Tan Chuan Jin’s unparliamentary outburst has provoked significant backlash, with former Director of Singapore’s Internal Security Department believing that a mere censure won’t suffice to assuage public dissatisfaction

Parliamentary pageantry: A satirical forecast of an upcoming session

Satire: In an upcoming parliamentary session, Martyn See predicts a theatre of contrived emotions and calculated responses, where MPs deflect responsibility and promise tighter procedures, all while softball questions are lobbed and pressing issues sidelined. As the dust settles, life returns to its undisturbed state, far removed from public outcry and accountability.

Elective egg freezing of married women must involve husband

Dr. Alexis Heng Boon Chin proposes Elective Egg Freezing (EEF) for Singaporean women, with mandatory joint counselling and mutual consent from husbands to facilitate joint decision-making by both spouses. He notes that exceptions should apply to women undergoing divorce or estranged from their husbands.

Letters: A Watershed Moment for Singapore’s Trust in the PAP

by Lawrence Seow For the better part of May, the entire Singapore…

Unraveling the pitfalls of road touting: A Singaporean’s three-year nightmare

Daniel Tan shares his harrowing experience with road tout and potential pitfalls accident victims face. His ordeal involved a fraudulently signed discharge voucher, uncooperative insurers, and an exploitative workshop. Highlighting the need for clear preventative steps and systemic re-examination, he emphasizes that consumers should not need legal expertise to navigate these situations.

Unexplained unauthorized takeover of company account at OCBC raises concerns over new law

Goh Chye Guan, in an open letter, recounts his shocking experience with OCBC Bank where he discovered that he was no longer the signatory of his company bank account. Despite repeated attempts to seek answers and even involving the police, OCBC has allegedly failed to provide any explanation. Goh expresses concerns over potential misconceptions under new legislation and shares his story as a plea for help and to raise awareness among fellow Singaporeans.

Letter: Ministry of Health should do more to prevent Down Syndrome abortions

Dr Alexis Heng Boon Chin suggests that the Singapore Ministry of Health should seriously consider incorporating and subsidizing such novel AI-based screening technologies within the IVF clinics of public hospitals, to reduce the incidence of Down Syndrome pregnancies in older mothers