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PSP files motion to discuss parliamentary ethics after Speaker’s unparliamentary remark

The Progress Singapore Party (PSP) has filed a motion for debate to discuss parliamentary ethics and potential parliamentary reforms following Speaker of Parliament Tan Chuan-Jin’s controversial comment about MP Jamus Lim.

Indranee Rajah to address controversial remark by Speaker of Parliament in upcoming parliamentary sitting

Following the recent controversy over Parliament Speaker Tan Chuan-Jin’s hot mic remarks, House Leader Indranee Rajah told Straits Times that she will address the parliament on the issue at the next sitting.

How does the Speaker’s F-bomb compare with the MP’s “don’t talk cock”?

Opinion: Augustine Low criticizes the Speaker of Parliament Tan Chuan-Jin’s use of an expletive, arguing it’s worse than an MP’s inappropriate remark in 1995. Low suggests that the Speaker, who should enforce orderly conduct, deserves formal censure or even dismissal.

Jamus Lim receives praise for gracious acceptance of Speaker of Parliament’s apology over derogatory remark

Speaker of Parliament, Tan Chuan-Jin, apologizes for offensive remarks towards MP Jamus Lim, who graciously accepts. Netizens praise Lim’s magnanimity, citing his response as indicative of his emotional intelligence and genuine leadership qualities.

Can Tan Chuan-Jin be expected to serve as an unbiased Speaker of Parliament?

After Speaker of Parliament Tan Chuan-Jin apologized for an offensive remark about Assoc Prof Jamus Lim, it raises uncertainty about his ability to maintain impartiality towards all MPs, as his role requires.

Red Dot United calls for formal investigation into Speaker of Parliament’s derogatory remark on WP MP

Following derogatory remarks made by Speaker of Parliament, Tan Chuan-Jin, the Red Dot United party calls for a formal parliamentary investigation, reiterating their stance on the need for a non-partisan Speaker to ensure parliamentary fairness and integrity.

Tan Chuan-Jin thanks pastors looking out for S’poreans but uses “F” word on MP Jamus Lim

While Tan Chuan-Jin praises church leaders for their service in helping Singaporeans with difficulties, his use of unparliamentary language towards fellow parliamentarian, Assoc Prof Jamus Lim – who was advocating for the need for a poverty line in Singapore – underscores a stark contrast in his approach to religion and politics.

Peoples Voice Leader calls for resignation of Parliament Speaker over controversial remark

In a recent political controversy that has gripped Singapore, Lim Tean, the leader of the People’s Voice Party, has strongly reacted to a comment made by Mr Tan Chuan Jin, Speaker of the Parliament, calling for him to resign as Speaker and a Committee on Privileges to be convened over him calling another Member of Parliament, a “fxxking populist”.

Parliamentary speaker Tan Chuan Jin admits to muttering ‘fxxking populist’ after Jamus Lim’s speech

Singapore’s Parliamentary Speaker, Tan Chuan Jin, acknowledges uttering “fxxking populist” after a speech by Associate Professor Jamus Lim. He clarified that these were private thoughts he had inadvertently uttered and apologised for his unparliamentary language.

Double Standards at the SNOC? Ng Ser Miang’s ethical violation and the exclusion of Soh Rui Yong

Ethical violations by SNOC Vice-President Ng Ser Miang cast a shadow over the controversial exclusion of Singaporean runner Soh Rui Yong from the upcoming Asian Games.