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Society’s cornerstones remain secure post-S377A: Masagos

It’s been a long climb towards Section 377A’s repeal. A necessary duty for Singapore, considering that the Courts can someday rule it unconstitutional, and open the gate for bad actors on each side of the repeal to destabilise Singapore through judic ...

30 November 2022

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K Shanmugam: WP understands risks of not repealing S377A, but doesn’t want to take a stand

The debate on the repeal of Section 377A has brought into spotlight the function of the Party Whip. In this debate, the PAP opted not to lift the Party Whip, meaning that all PAP MPs will have to take the Party’s position

29 November 2022

2 mins read

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Diverse yet united: PAP MPs express different views on S377A repeal despite whip not lifted

“We may have different ideals and perspectives but we are all Singaporeans.” This quote by Social and Family Development Minister Masagos Zulkifli, delivered in Parliament on Nov 28 adequately sums up the Party’s approach when debating the repeal of ...

29 November 2022

4 mins read

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Murali Pillai shares 3 lessons from PAP Govt’s approach to S377A repeal

Yesterday in Parliament (Nov 28), Member of Parliament for Bukit Batok SMC, Mr Murali Pillai gave three important lessons from the PAP Government’s approach to repealing Section 377A and amending the Constitution to preserve the institution of marria ...

29 November 2022

1 min read

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Unity must remain a part of S’pore’s future: Christopher de Souza at S377A debate

Singapore needs to stay united, said MP Christopher de Souza in Parliament during the debate on the repeal of Section 377A on Nov 28. Parliamentarians were debating on the Amendment to the Constitution in Article 156 which strengthens policies that p ...

29 November 2022

3 mins read

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The right & responsible thing to do: K Shanmugam on repealing S377A

It is the right thing to do, and society is now more ready for its repeal. And there is an overall legal risk that the Courts will strike it down; this will lead to wide-ranging consequences. These are the Government’s two main

29 November 2022

3 mins read

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Not lifting the whip doesn’t prevent PAP MPs to air views: Murali Pillai

Not lifting the whip doesn’t mean that Members of Parliament cannot express their views in a debate, said MP Mr Murali Pillai. He was speaking at the debate on the repeal of Section 377A and amendment of the Constitution which started today

28 November 2022

1 min read

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Responsible thing for PAP Govt to repeal S377A now even amidst other issues: Masagos

The amendment to Singapore’s Constitution to grant Parliament the power to define marriage allows Singapore to continue with its pro-family family policies, said Social and Family Development Minister Masagos Zulkifli in Parliament today (Nov 28). It ...

28 November 2022

2 mins read

People

Repeal of S377A: PAP Govt will do what is good for S’pore instead of taking easy way out

The debate on the repeal of Section 377A and amendment of the Constitution started today (November 28) in Parliament. The PAP Government’s decision to repeal Section 377A is based on a simple principle: It is the duty and responsibility of Sing ...

28 November 2022

2 mins read

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Recent move to protect gig workers significant & fair

We’ve seen them before. In their green or pink shirts zipping around the neighbourhood with our sustenance in tow. Always hustling — rain or shine. Indeed, MP for Jalan Besar Dr Wan Rizal said: “Be patient with your food delivery person. ...

25 November 2022

2 mins read

Perspectives

Petir Explains: The Purple Parade & what it says about the Party’s advocacy for persons with disabilities

The Purple Parade, Singapore’s largest movement to support inclusion and celebrate abilities of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), is back. Its flagship event takes place this afternoon in Suntec City, around the Fountain of Wealth. It’ll be big. Ther ...

29 October 2022

5 mins read

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S’pore Parliament introduces bills to repeal S377A & protect marriage definition. Here’s what you need to know.

Two new bills were introduced in Parliament today (Oct 20) for their First Reading, paving the way for decriminalisation of sex between men and the amendment of the Constitution to protect the definition of marriage in Singapore. The two bills are t

20 October 2022

1 min read

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At Yellow Ribbon Race 2022, Ministers show their support for second chances

The rain did not stop some 3,000 other participants, from joining the inaugural Yellow Ribbon Race (YRR) 2022 this previous Sunday (Sep 25) morning. It was previously branded as Yellow Ribbon Prison Run. The YRR aims to increase awareness and supp ...

30 September 2022

2 mins read

Perspectives

Why repealing Section 377A now shouldn’t be seen as a lose-lose for all

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s announcement that Singapore will be repealing Section 377A of the Penal Code was met with a mixed bag of emotions. LGBT groups hailed the move as a “significant milestone” even though the corresponding ...

25 August 2022

2 mins read

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国庆群众大会演说7大要点

李显龙总理在8月21日（星期天）晚间举行国庆群众大会。演说从7大要点勾勒出我国在疫后继续面对的挑战，以及今后的复苏之路怎么走。 1. 帮助国人应付生活费上涨总理说，生活费上涨，政府了解国人担忧钱不够用，从今年4月起，陆续推出多项援助配套，例如：发出CDC邻里购物券，帮助家家户户应付日常开销。明年三月过后，政府也会继续通过“定心与援助配套”，帮助国人减轻消费税上调的影响。至于为何不延后调高或索性取消消费税？总理说，这不是一个负责任的做法，因为我国人口快速老龄化，医疗保健和社会保障各方面的开支 ...

24 August 2022

8 mins read

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Doing what’s necessary to secure a better tomorrow, even if a political price has to be paid today

“With the decision to repeal Section 377A, do you think there’s a political price to pay for the Government and the People’s Action Party?” Without missing a beat, Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong answered CNA’s question with conviction and moral ...

24 August 2022

1 min read

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Why a referendum wasn’t held for repeal of S377A, as explained by DPM Wong

Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Second Minister for Law Edwin Tong spoke to CNA on Aug 22 on various matters pertaining to the repeal of Section 377A of the Penal Code. When asked why not hold a referendum on the repeal

23 August 2022

1 min read

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8 quotes from PM Lee to sum up NDR 2022

Is it angry? Is it happy? Did they say “tuh” or “duh”? “Ker” or “ger”? Otherwise you grow up with a blank space in your brain. – On the need to relax mask wearing in schools. Singapore will be relaxing Covid-19 restrictions

21 August 2022

2 mins read

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Protecting what we have today, while removing discrimination: PM Lee on repeal of Section 377A

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced that Singapore will repeal Section 377A but also emphasised that the Government will uphold and safeguard the institution of marriage by amending the Constitution. He made the announcement at the National Day ...

21 August 2022

2 mins read

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Enabling Masterplan 2030 signals Party’s commitment to build fair & just society

In what is considered a significant piece of work, the Enabling Masterplan 2030 sets out the vision to build a more inclusive society in Singapore by 2030. Launched on Aug 17, the report is put together by a 27-member Steering Committee led

18 August 2022

2 mins read

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Society’s cornerstones remain secure post-S377A: Masagos

K Shanmugam: WP understands risks of not repealing S377A, but doesn’t want to take a stand

Diverse yet united: PAP MPs express different views on S377A repeal despite whip not lifted

Murali Pillai shares 3 lessons from PAP Govt’s approach to S377A repeal

Unity must remain a part of S’pore’s future: Christopher de Souza at S377A debate

The right & responsible thing to do: K Shanmugam on repealing S377A

Not lifting the whip doesn’t prevent PAP MPs to air views: Murali Pillai

Responsible thing for PAP Govt to repeal S377A now even amidst other issues: Masagos

Repeal of S377A: PAP Govt will do what is good for S’pore instead of taking easy way out

Recent move to protect gig workers significant & fair

Petir Explains: The Purple Parade & what it says about the Party’s advocacy for persons with disabilities

S’pore Parliament introduces bills to repeal S377A & protect marriage definition. Here’s what you need to know.

At Yellow Ribbon Race 2022, Ministers show their support for second chances

Why repealing Section 377A now shouldn’t be seen as a lose-lose for all

国庆群众大会演说7大要点

Doing what’s necessary to secure a better tomorrow, even if a political price has to be paid today

Why a referendum wasn’t held for repeal of S377A, as explained by DPM Wong

8 quotes from PM Lee to sum up NDR 2022

Protecting what we have today, while removing discrimination: PM Lee on repeal of Section 377A

Enabling Masterplan 2030 signals Party’s commitment to build fair & just society

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