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Workers’ Party: Making Singapore the Home we all cherish

Amid introspection and challenges, the Workers’ Party emphasizes revitalizing national policies for citizens’ well-being and progress. They highlight their contributions to parliament and advocate for a fairer, just, and kinder society.

Pritam Singh leaves it to the public to draw conclusions on the ‘uncanny coincidence’ of a viral video involving former WP MPs and PAP’s announcement of an affair between two of its MPs

During a press conference on Wednesday (19 Jul), WP Secretary-General Pritam Singh refrained from speculating on the timing and coincidence of the video exposing two former party members’ affairs just prior to PAP’s announcement of the affair of Mr Tan Chuan Jin and Ms Cheng Li Hui. However, he acknowledged that the question was on many people’s minds and left them to draw their conclusions about the ‘uncanny coincidence.’

Court of Appeal holds Workers’ Party leaders Sylvia Lim and Low Thia Khiang liable for negligence; Pritam Singh cleared

Singapore’s Court of Appeal found Workers’ Party leaders Sylvia Lim and Low Thia Khiang liable for negligence over funds of Aljunied-Hougang Town Council (AHTC), while clearing Pritam Singh. The Apex court also resolved that FMSS is not liable to either AHTC or Seng Kang Town Council in any respect, contradicting the lower court’s judgment.

Leader of Opposition criticizes SNOC’s “blanket non-selection”, calls for greater leniency approach toward Soh Rui Yong

Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh called for leniency towards Soh Rui Yong, excluded from the Asian Games, expressing concern for his future prospects. He questioned Singapore National Olympic Council’s differed treatment towards Soh, highlighting the council’s history of forgiving athletes involved in criminal offenses while Soh had not.

Pritam Singh spotlights alleged gerrymandering in GRC System, leaving PAP without convincing rebuttals

Leader of Opposition, Pritam Singh questions the GRC system’s alleged use for gerrymandering, leaving the ruling People’s Action Party (PAP) without direct responses to his concerns.

Pritam Singh calls on overseas Singaporeans to exercise their voting rights amid new election laws

Opposition Leader Pritam Singh urges Overseas Singaporeans to check their electoral registration and exercise their voting rights, in light of recent laws permitting postal voting. The changes were enacted post the 2020 General Election, during which travel restrictions due to Covid-19 left some overseas Singaporeans unable to vote. Singh highlights the potential impact of these votes in closely contested constituencies.”

Workers’ Party May Day Message: Greater protections and preparation for workers needed to weather the storms ahead

In his May Day message, Pritam Singh, Leader of the Opposition and Secretary General of the Workers’ Party, emphasized the need for enhanced support and preparation for Singaporean workers facing economic challenges and AI advancements. Mr Singh urged the government to implement a redundancy insurance scheme and highlighted the importance of leveraging AI innovations to boost worker productivity and pay, ensuring a brighter future for Singapore’s workforce.

Leader of the Opposition stresses importance of opposition in Parliament and responds to accusations on alternative proposals

During the debate on the Singapore President’s speech, Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh addressed Parliament, outlining the Workers’ Party’s goals and challenges. In his speech, Mr Singh responded to accusations by Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, arguing that if the Workers’ Party were merely advocating for populist and unrealistic policies, the Singapore government would not be considering their manifesto ideas on anti-discrimination legislation, minimum wage, and redundancy insurance. He also provided details on some policies that the Singapore government has adopted, which were initially proposed by the WP. Mr Singh emphasized the importance of a balanced political system and the need for an opposition presence. Despite facing information asymmetries, Mr Singh affirms the Workers’ Party’s committment to raising alternative proposals and defending the interests of Singaporeans and Singapore.

Majority of respondents in CNA poll support English test for citizenship, highlighting Josephine Teo’s disconnect with public opinion

A recent Channel News Asia poll found that 78% of Singapore-born citizens considered it important for new citizens to be able to communicate in English. This is in light of the proposal by the Leader of the Opposition Mr Pritam Singh at the Ministry of Home Affairs Committee of Supply debates for an English proficiency test for citizenship applicants to ensure better integration between new citizens and Singaporeans of all races and religions. Several netizens have criticized Minister Josephine Teo for dismissing the Leader of Opposition’s suggestion for an English test to be applied for new citizenship as a clear sign of disconnection between the Minister and ground sentiments on the issue.

Workers’ Party calls for release of full After Action Review findings on Singapore’s COVID-19 response

Workers’ Party calls for the release of the full After Action Review (AAR) on Singapore’s COVID-19 response, arguing that the current White Paper lacks transparency and leaves the public in the dark.