Charlene Chen

Tampines

A backbencher MP is involved in a question if they asked it, or if they asked a supplementary question for an oral question asked by another backbencher. An office-holder is involved in a question if they answered it.

Ministry	Total	Oral Questions	Oral Questions (Unanswered)	Written Questions	Motions	Bills
Ministry of Education	10	2	2	6	0	0
Ministry of National Development	8	1	2	5	0	0
Ministry of Transport	8	2	2	4	0	0
Ministry of Manpower	7	2	3	2	0	0
Ministry of Health	5	1	2	2	0	0
Ministry of Social and Family Development	4	0	2	2	0	0
Ministry of Finance	3	0	1	1	1	0
Ministry of Home Affairs	3	0	1	1	1	0
Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment	3	1	1	1	0	0
Ministry of Trade and Industry	3	0	2	1	0	0
Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth	2	0	0	1	0	1
Ministry of Foreign Affairs	2	1	0	0	1	0
Ministry of Law	1	0	0	1	0	0
Prime Minister's Office	1	0	0	0	1	0
Ministry of Defence	0	0	0	0	0	0
Ministry of Digital Development and Information	0	0	0	0	0	0

Charlene Chen

Parliament activity

Overall

15th Parliament

Summary of Recent Topics

Motions (6)

Committee of Supply – Head U (Prime Minister's Office)

Debate on Annual Budget Statement

Strengthening the Mental Resilience of Our Young

Race and Religion

President's Speech

Singaporeans' Response to Situation in the Middle East

Bills (1)

Singapore Sports Council (Amendment) Bill

Oral Questions (10)

Monitoring and Enforcement of Noise Threshold Compliance of Construction Noise near Residential Estates

Noise Mitigation Measures for Residents near Tampines Expressway and Loyang Flyover Construction Work Sites

Detecting and Preventing Misuse of SkillsFuture Credits

Assistance Given to Caregivers of Persons with Dementia

Criteria that Qualify for Intervention by Community Relations Unit and Unit's Effectiveness in Addressing Neighbourly Disputes

Evaluating Effectiveness of Enforcement on Pedestrian-only Paths and Cycling Lanes

Statistics on Age Discrimination Complaints Lodged with TAFEP and Sectors Most Frequently Implicated

Data on Employee Burnout by Sector

Management of Bullying in Schools

Singapore's Support in Humanitarian Aid for Critical Food Security Situation in Gaza Conflict and Review on Stance on Palestinian Statehood

Unanswered Oral Questions with Written Answers (18)

Regulations for Advertisements that Make False Claims by Using AI-generated Images

Expansion of and Training for Mental Health Counsellors Workforce

Expediting Citizenship Applications, Subsidised Healthcare Rates and Other Moves as Support for Singaporeans Adopting Foreign Children

Stages when Students in Mainstream Schools are Assessed for Special Educational Needs and Support to Help These Students Prepare for School

Recurring Complaints about Night-time Noise from Delivery Trucks in HDB Estates

Informing Foreign Vehicle Drivers of Singapore's Traffic, Parking, Safety and Emission Rules Prior to Entry

Acoustic Insulation or Soundproofing Options for Older Flats via Home Improvement Programmes

Introducing Clear Disclosure Requirements or Labelling Standards to Identify AI-generated Images on Products or Services

Proportion of Seniors Screened or Flagged for Malnutrition

Statutory Study and Training Leave Policies in Other Countries that May Be Feasible for Singapore

Number of Finance, Accounting, Human Resources and IT Positions Outsourced or Relocated Overseas

Common Complaints on Disamenities Caused by Foreign-registered Vehicles

Impact of Climate Change and Rising Temperatures on Structural Condition and Appearance of Older Buildings

Effectiveness of Safety Campaigns for Delivery Riders

Key Factors Contributing to Lapses Reported in AGO Report in Recent Years

Addressing Challenges that Prevent Special Needs Young Adults from Securing and Retaining Employment

Increasing Public Awareness of Measures to Support Singaporeans Re-entering Workforce

Employment Outcomes for Unemployed Individuals who Utilised SkillsFuture Credit, SkillsFuture Career Transition and SkillsFuture Level-Up Programmes

Written Questions (27)

Extension of SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance for Clinical Mental Health Counselling Training

Transition Planning of Students with Special Educational Needs from Primary to Secondary School under Optional Formal Declaration Framework

Factors Determining Requirement of Shadow Teacher or In-class Support Aide for Students and Financial Assistance for Lower-income Families

Noise Dispute Resolution and Enforcement Measures in Residential Developments

Further Enforcement Measures to Protect Vulnerable Bus Commuters from Fast-Moving Cyclists Near Bus Stops

Assessment of Traffic Noise Exposure in Residential Areas and Plans to Mitigate Long-Term Impacts of Environmental Noise on Residents

Strengthening Enforcement Actions Taken against Illegal Exhaust Modifications or Breaches of Noise Emission Standards

Review of Childcare Leave Entitlement Based on Number of Children under Seven Years Old

Support Measures for Unsupervised Students during Home-based Learning Days

Outcomes of EatWise SG Programme and Nutrition Support Access for Vulnerable Seniors

Support Measures for Families with Young Children Spending Extended Hours in Childcare

Extending Expiry Date of Unused $500 SkillsFuture Credits

Update on Jobs Transformation Maps and Support Available for Mid-Career Employees and Sectors Undergoing Restructuring

Impact of US Government Shutdown on Singapore and Mitigation Strategies

Scaling Supply of Ambulatory Services by Partnering Private Service Operators to Meet Demands of Growing Ageing Population

Financial Assistance for Next-of-kin Without Lasting Power of Attorney

Monitoring Frequency and Severity of Recurring Water Leakage in HDB Flats and Prevention Measures

Entry Restrictions and Enforcement Actions for Foreign-registered Vehicles with Outstanding Offences over Past Three Years

Further Measures in Managing Rising Crow Populations in Housing Estates

Support for Residents in HDB Estates Without Hawker Centres and Measures to Ensure Meal Affordability for Seniors

Allowing Greater Flexibility for CDC Voucher Redemption for Residents with Limited Chain Supermarket Access

Enforcement Measures Against Cyclists' and Riders' Usage of Pedestrian-only Paths

Public Education Plans to Improve Path-sharing Etiquette between Cyclists and Pedestrians

Regular Curriculum Reviews and Industry Consultation to Align Students' Skills with Future Economy Needs

Awareness, Utilisation Rates and Efficacy of Differentiated Job Matching Platforms for Fresh Graduates and Young Professionals

Utilisation Rate of Take-A-Break Caregiver Respite Programme

Review of Penalty Framework for Animal Cruelty and Abuse Offences