Tag: Leader of the Opposition
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News analysis: Should the Leader of the Opposition be institutionalised in law?
Introduction: A timely question for Singapore’s democracy Singapore’s political landscape has long featured a dominant ruling party, with the Leader of the Opposition playing a crucial yet underprotected role. As debates intensify over how to strengthen checks and balances, a growing chorus of political analysts argues that the position should be institutionalised in law. The…
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Should Singapore Institutionalise the Leader of the Opposition?
Background: Why the Leader of the Opposition matters Singapore’s parliamentary system has long depended on a clear distinction between the ruling party and the opposition. The Leader of the Opposition is currently a title that, while respected in practice, lacks formal constitutional protections and a defined statutory role. Analysts argue that institutionalising the position could…
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Singapore PM Removes Pritam Singh as Leader of the Opposition and Seeks New Nominee from Workers’ Party
Background: a notable political shift in Singapore The Singapore government has announced a significant change in the leadership of the opposition in Parliament. Prime Minister Wong sanctioning the removal of Pritam Singh from the role of Leader of the Opposition marks a rare pause in the usual cross-party dynamics. The move follows Singh’s recent conviction…
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Pritam Singh Removed as Leader of the Opposition; Workers’ Party to Nominate Replacement
Singapore Political Scene Shifts as Leader of the Opposition Is Replaced In a landmark move that reshapes the dynamics of parliamentary leadership, Prime Minister Wong is reported to have dismissed Pritam Singh from his post as Leader of the Opposition. The development follows a continuing sequence of events stemming from Singh’s conviction for lying to…