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485 total sections

Parliament activity

Overall
Total
554
Oral Questions
43
Oral Questions (Unanswered)
82
Written Questions
185
Motions
28
Bills
69

Bills (69)

1st Reading 4 Aug 2026

Land Titles (Strata) (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 4 Aug 2026

Land Titles (Strata) (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 25 Sept 2025

Electronic Conveyancing and Other Matters Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 11 Nov 2024

Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 14 Oct 2024

Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters (Amendment) and Other Matters Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 14 Oct 2024

Singapore International Commercial Court (International Committee) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 14 Oct 2024

Administration of Justice (Protection) (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 9 Sept 2024

Statutes (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No 2) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 2 Jul 2024

Land Surveyors (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 10 Jan 2024

Criminal Procedure (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 9 Jan 2024

Prevention of Proliferation Financing and Other Matters Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 6 Nov 2023

Moneylenders (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 3 Oct 2023

Legal Profession (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 3 Jul 2023

Oaths, Declarations and Notarisations (Remote Methods) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 3 Jul 2023

Constitution of the Republic of Singapore (Amendment No 2) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 20 Apr 2023

Family Justice Reform Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 28 Nov 2022

Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 7 Nov 2022

Post-appeal Applications in Capital Cases Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 7 Nov 2022

State Lands Protection Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 4 Jul 2022

Constitution of the Republic of Singapore (Amendment No 2) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 4 Jul 2022

Public Defenders Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 7 Mar 2022

Extradition (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 1 Nov 2021

Intellectual Property (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 1 Nov 2021

Legal Profession (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 4 Oct 2021

Judicial Service (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 13 Sept 2021

COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Amendment No 4) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 13 Sept 2021

Coroners (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 26 Jul 2021

Courts (Civil and Criminal Justice) Reform Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 6 Jul 2021

Copyright Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 10 May 2021

COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Amendment No 3) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 5 Apr 2021

Land Betterment Charge Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 5 Apr 2021

COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Amendment No 2) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 3 Nov 2020

Statute Law Reform Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 2 Nov 2020

COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Amendment No 3) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 5 Oct 2020

Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 5 Oct 2020

Apostille Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 3 Sept 2020

COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Amendment No 2) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 3 Sept 2020

Civil Law (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 1 Sept 2020

International Arbitration (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 4 May 2020

High Court (Admiralty Jurisdiction) (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 7 Apr 2020

COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 6 Jan 2020

Geographical Indications (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 6 Jan 2020

Singapore Convention on Mediation Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 7 Oct 2019

Judges' Remuneration (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 7 Oct 2019

Supreme Court of Judicature (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 5 Aug 2019

Reciprocal Enforcement of Commonwealth Judgments (Repeal) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 5 Aug 2019

Reciprocal Enforcement of Foreign Judgments (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 8 Jul 2019

Intellectual Property (Dispute Resolution) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 1 Apr 2019

Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 1 Apr 2019

Protection from Harassment (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 11 Feb 2019

Criminal Procedure Code (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 14 Jan 2019

Precious Stones and Precious Metals (Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 1 Oct 2018

Legal Aid and Advice (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 10 Sept 2018

Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 10 Sept 2018

Supreme Court of Judicature (Amendment No 2) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 17 May 2018

Small Claims Tribunals (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 17 May 2018

Intellectual Property (Border Enforcement) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 2 Mar 2018

Legal Profession (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 28 Feb 2018

Criminal Justice Reform Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 28 Feb 2018

Evidence (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 6 Nov 2017

Moneylenders (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 6 Nov 2017

Supreme Court of Judicature (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 3 Apr 2017

Registered Designs (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 28 Feb 2017

Trustees (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 6 Feb 2017

Patents (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 7 Nov 2016

Civil Law (Amendment) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 7 Nov 2016

Mediation Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 11 Jul 2016

Administration of Justice (Protection) Bill

Ministry of Law
2nd Reading 4 Apr 2016

Choice of Court Agreements Bill

Ministry of Law
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Motions (28)

Motion Ministry of Law 2 Mar 2026

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Gerald Giam Yean SongEdwin Tong Chun FaiHany Soh +6 more
Motion Ministry of Law 27 Feb 2026

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Vikram NairGoh HanyanSylvia Lim +12 more
Motion Ministry of Law 27 Feb 2026

Committee of Supply Reporting Progress

Eric Chua
Motion Ministry of Law 5 Sept 2025

Ministry of Law

Edwin Tong Chun Fai
Motion Ministry of Law 4 Mar 2025

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

See Jinli JeanPatrick Tay Teck GuanUsha Chandradas +11 more
Motion Ministry of Law 1 Mar 2024

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Leong Mun WaiChristopher de SouzaRaj Joshua Thomas +8 more
Motion Ministry of Law 29 Feb 2024

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Leong Mun WaiMurali PillaiDerrick Goh +10 more
Motion Ministry of Law 29 Feb 2024

Committee of Supply Reporting Progress

Rahayu Mahzam
Motion Ministry of Law 3 Jul 2023

Rentals of State Properties

Edwin Tong Chun Fai
Motion Ministry of Law 3 Jul 2023

Rental of 26 Ridout Road

Edward Chia Bing HuiHe Ting RuTeo Chee Hean +22 more
Motion Ministry of Law 10 Apr 2023

Ministry of Law

K Shanmugam
Motion Ministry of Law 27 Feb 2023

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Raj Joshua ThomasNadia Ahmad SamdinDerrick Goh +15 more
Motion Ministry of Law 4 Apr 2022

The Establishment of a Public Defender’s Office

K ShanmugamMurali PillaiPritam Singh +1 more
Motion Ministry of Law 3 Mar 2022

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Tan Wu MengZhulkarnain Abdul RahimDon Wee +9 more
Motion Ministry of Law 5 Mar 2021

Review of Sentencing Framework for Sexual and Hurt Offences

Patrick Tay Teck GuanMurali PillaiHazel Poa +9 more
Motion Ministry of Law 2 Mar 2021

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Hany SohMurali PillaiEdwin Tong Chun Fai +2 more
Motion Ministry of Law 1 Mar 2021

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Sitoh Yih PinRaj Joshua ThomasZhulkarnain Abdul Rahim +11 more
Motion Ministry of Law 24 Aug 2020

Ministry of Law

K Shanmugam
Motion Ministry of Law 28 Feb 2020

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Patrick Tay Teck GuanRahayu MahzamEdwin Tong Chun Fai +5 more
Motion Ministry of Law 4 Mar 2019

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Edwin Tong Chun FaiChristopher de Souza
Motion Ministry of Law 1 Mar 2019

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Jessica Tan Soon NeoMurali PillaiRahayu Mahzam +4 more
Motion Ministry of Law 1 Mar 2019

Committee of Supply Reporting Progress

Edwin Tong Chun Fai
Motion Ministry of Law 7 May 2018

Ministry of Law

K Shanmugam
Motion Ministry of Law 2 Mar 2018

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Murali PillaiChristopher de SouzaPatrick Tay Teck Guan +10 more
Motion Ministry of Law 10 Jan 2018

Select Committee on Deliberate Online Falsehoods – Causes, Consequences and Countermeasures

Zaqy MohamadRahayu MahzamChristopher de Souza +10 more
Motion Ministry of Law 3 Mar 2017

Committee of Supply ‒ Head R (Ministry of Law)

Murali PillaiTan Wu MengRahayu Mahzam +5 more
Motion Ministry of Law 6 Apr 2016

Committee of Supply – Head R (Ministry of Law)

Tan Wu MengRahayu MahzamChristopher de Souza +6 more
Motion Ministry of Law 15 Jan 2016

Ministry of Law

K Shanmugam
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Clarifications (2)

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Oral Questions (43)

Oral Answer Ministry of Law 5 Aug 2026

Probe into Unauthorised Access of Vendor-managed SLA Platform Containing Real Personal Data

Murali PillaiLow Wu Yang Andre
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 7 Jul 2026

Addressing Gaps Identified in Financial Action Task Force's Recent Assessment of Singapore

Murali PillaiChua Kheng Wee LouisSylvia Lim +2 more
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 4 Nov 2025

Outcomes of Efforts to Preserve Orderliness in and around Waterloo Mall Given Illegal Hawking

Eric ChuaDenise Phua Lay Peng
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 14 Oct 2025

Data for Cases Directed to Community Mediation Centre and Community Disputes Resolution Tribunals

Murali PillaiKenneth Tiong Boon KiatChoo Pei Ling
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 8 Apr 2025

Assisting Claimants to Seek Recourse from Retailers who Ignore Enforcement Orders of Small Claims Tribunal

Murali PillaiLiang Eng Hwa
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 28 Feb 2025

Number of Magistrate's Complaints Filed and Proposal for Awareness Campaign on Use of Magistrate's Complaints

Murali PillaiYeo Wan Ling
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 8 Jan 2025

Efforts to Facilitate Low-income or Illiterate Persons' Access to Legal Aid Bureau Services Via Non-digital Means

Denise Phua Lay PengMurali Pillai
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 15 Oct 2024

Cases of Creators Seeking Help for Plagiarising of Their Artworks and Resolution for Such Cases

Murali PillaiSee Jinli Jean
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 2 Jul 2024

Indications of Further Prosecution When Those in Money Laundering Case Are Deported to Home Countries

Murali PillaiSylvia Lim
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 7 Nov 2023

Cases Undertaken by Public Defender's Office

He Ting RuK ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 8 May 2023

Concept of "Indivisible Security” in Speech on Russia-Ukraine War and Impact on Southeast Asia

Vikram NairMurali PillaiK Shanmugam
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 1 Mar 2023

Private Companies Provide Cash Advances to Their Employees as Exempt Moneylenders

Yip Hon WengRahayu Mahzam
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 28 Feb 2023

Average Timespan of Manually-handled Court Case Compared to One Managed Under Intergrated Case Management System

Leon PereraRahayu Mahzam
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 23 Feb 2023

Approval for Undischarged Bankrupts to File Employment Dispute with Tripartite Alliance for Disputes Management

Rahayu MahzamPatrick Tay Teck Guan
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 10 Jan 2023

Factors in Deciding Whether or Not to Press Charges Against Persons with Disabilities

Denise Phua Lay PengRahayu Mahzam
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 9 Nov 2022

Public Trustee's Role in Assisting Caregivers of Individuals without Lasting Powers of Attorney to Access Government Grants

Murali PillaiRahayu Mahzam
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 5 Oct 2022

Registration for Overseas Entities who wish to Buy, Sell or Transfer Properties in Singapore as Anti-money Laundering Measure

Rahayu MahzamMurali Pillai
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 9 May 2022

Law Students Found Cheating in Bar Examinations and Steps to Address Public Concerns

K ShanmugamSeah Kian PengHe Ting Ru +1 more
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 4 Apr 2022

Update on Government's Study to Enhance Criminal Legal Aid

Edwin Tong Chun FaiMurali Pillai
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 18 Feb 2022

Proceedings under Section 4 of Community Disputes Resolution Act 2015 for Cases of Smoking Near Balconies or Windows in Homes

Louis Ng Kok KwangEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 2 Nov 2021

Universal Definition of Mental Disorder and Mental Disability Across All Legislation

Shahira AbdullahEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 10 May 2021

Media Coverage and Protection of Identity for Persons Undergoing Trials for Sex Crimes

Tan Yia SwamK Shanmugam
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 3 Mar 2021

Temporary Occupation Licences for Properties Already Acquired by and Reverted to Government

Edwin Tong Chun FaiLeon Perera
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 24 Feb 2021

Psychological and Counselling Support and Legal Advice for Bankrupts

Gan Thiam PohEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 2 Feb 2021

Measures to Protect Micro SMEs in Landlord-tenant Disputes

Tan Wu MengEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 4 Jun 2020

Applications for Notifications for Relief under COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act

Edwin Tong Chun FaiLiang Eng Hwa
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 18 Feb 2020

Loans Offered to Private-hire Drivers by Transport Start-up without Moneylender Licence

Edwin Tong Chun FaiLim Biow ChuanCheng Li Hui +1 more
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 4 Feb 2020

Trend of Singaporeans being Declared Bankrupt and Average Time to Exit Bankruptcy

Edwin Tong Chun FaiDesmond Choo
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 3 Feb 2020

Rationale for New Pre-court Action Protocol for Business-to-business Debt Claims

Edwin Tong Chun FaiLim Biow Chuan
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 4 Nov 2019

Efforts Made to Return Unclaimed CPF Monies to Family Members

Daniel Goh Pei SiongEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 4 Sept 2019

Income Criterion for Citizens Seeking Pro-bono Services from Legal Aid Bureau

Chia Shi-LuEdwin Tong Chun FaiDenise Phua Lay Peng
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 20 Nov 2018

Online Falsehoods in Recent News Reports Alleging Singapore’s Involvement in 1MDB Deals

Chan Chun SingPng Eng HuatMurali Pillai +1 more
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 19 Nov 2018

Cases of Foreign Domestic Workers Borrowing and Defaulting on Loans from Licensed and Unlicensed Moneylenders

Sitoh Yih PinYee Chia HsingEdwin Tong Chun Fai +3 more
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 21 Mar 2018

Measures to Attract Legal Talent to Singapore Judiciary

Christopher de SouzaK Shanmugam
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 19 Mar 2018

Minimise Time between When Land is Acquired by Government and When the Land is Developed

Indranee RajahDennis Tan Lip Fong
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 19 Feb 2018

Call for Thorough Investigation of Keppel Offshore and Marine's Business Affairs for Contracts in Countries Other Than Brazil

Indranee RajahDennis Tan Lip Fong
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 10 Jan 2018

Greater Discretionary Power for Courts to Administer Harsher Punishment for Child Abuse Offenders

Christopher de SouzaIndranee Rajah
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 8 Jan 2018

Payment of Fines by Keppel Offshore and Marine to Settle Bribery Probe

Png Eng HuatSylvia LimTan Wu Meng +3 more
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 6 Nov 2017

Impact of Reforms at Family Justice Courts

Low Thia KhiangTan Wu MengIndranee Rajah +1 more
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 3 Apr 2017

Actions against Publication of Fake News

Zaqy MohamadK ShanmugamYee Chia Hsing
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 10 Jan 2017

Appointment of New Attorney-General in Accordance with Article 35 of Constitution

K ShanmugamSylvia Lim
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 13 Sept 2016

Countries with Extradition Treaties with Singapore

Indranee RajahLee Bee Wah
Oral Answer Ministry of Law 9 May 2016

Raising Annual Income Criteria for Legal Aid

Lim Wee KiakIndranee Rajah
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Unanswered Oral Questions with Written Answers (82)

Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 6 Oct 2026

Simplifying Music Permit Processes for Government-sponsored Programmes at Selected Venues

Wan RizalEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 8 Sept 2026

Increasing Frequency of Inspection on Trees in Dempsey Area to Detect Trees At Risk of Falling

Edwin Tong Chun FaiHany Soh
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 5 Aug 2026

Findings and Outcomes of Inquiry into Allegations of Workplace Issues at Law Society of Singapore

Wan RizalEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 4 Aug 2026

Instances when AI-augmented Evidence Has Been Tendered as Evidence before Court of Law in Singapore

Edwin Tong Chun FaiHany Soh
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 7 Jul 2026

Addressing Issues Identified in Legal Profession Sustainability Study

Christopher de SouzaWan RizalEdwin Tong Chun Fai +2 more
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 7 Jul 2026

Protection Order Applications by Public Service Workers and Amending Legislation for Employers to Apply for Such Orders for Public Service Workers

Kuah Boon ThengEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 7 May 2026

Assessing Arbitration Clauses in Contracts to Ensure Freelancers Can Seek Redress before Small Claims Tribunal

He Ting RuEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 6 May 2026

Workload Reduction at Law Firms from AI Use and Guidelines for Such Use

Low Wu Yang AndreHany SohEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 6 May 2026

Improving Work Conditions for Legal Professionals

Hany SohEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 7 Apr 2026

Grants or Subsidies to Support Local Law Firms in Adopting AI Tools

Hany SohEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 25 Feb 2026

Preventing Unmeritorious Cases from Continuing to Receive Legal Aid

Diana Pang Li YenEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 14 Jan 2026

Enforcement Applications Filed in Respect of Community Disputes Resolution Tribunal Orders Issued between 2020 and 2024

Gerald Giam Yean SongEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 14 Jan 2026

Appeal Avenues for Bankrupt against Decisions Managed by Official Assignee Under Private Trustees in Bankruptcy Regime

Nadia Ahmad SamdinEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 12 Jan 2026

Review of Legal Profession Act 1966 Given Law Society's Recent Extraordinary General Meeting Resolutions

Hany SohEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 5 Nov 2025

Profile of Singaporeans in Bankruptcy

Nadia Ahmad SamdinEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 15 Oct 2025

Regulating Businesses Providing Will and Probate Courses

Hany SohEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 26 Sept 2025

Imposing Limits to Credit Facilities and Charges by Platform Operators to Platform Workers Under Financing Programme

Edwin Tong Chun FaiChua Kheng Wee Louis
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 8 Apr 2025

Number of Singaporeans Registering Wills with Singapore Academy of Law

K ShanmugamHany Soh
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 4 Feb 2025

Disclosure of Ultimate Beneficial Owners for Residential Property Transactions

Edwin Tong Chun FaiChua Kheng Wee Louis
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 8 Jan 2025

Evidence Required for Breach of Disputes Resolution Tribunal Order to Cease Smoking at Home

Edwin Tong Chun FaiLouis Ng Kok Kwang
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 14 Oct 2024

Compliance of Orders Issued by Small Claims Tribunals and Failure to Comply Due to Lack of Resources

K ShanmugamMelvin Yong Yik Chye
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 9 Sept 2024

Limit of 18 Days for Leave of Absence during Practice Training Period for Trainee Lawyers

K ShanmugamPatrick Tay Teck Guan
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 7 May 2024

Regulation of Licensed Money Lenders' Loan Repayment Terms for Low-income Borrowers

Kwek Hian Chuan HenryK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 7 May 2024

Update on Development Plans for Marina Bay Golf Course

K ShanmugamLim Biow Chuan
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 2 Apr 2024

Requiring Attorney-General's Chambers to Indicate Plea Offer and Sentencing Position Early

K ShanmugamHany Soh
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 5 Feb 2024

Proposal to Make Mediation between Disputing Neighbours Mandatory Given Success Rate

K ShanmugamNg Ling Ling
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 9 Jan 2024

Applications for Mediation of Disputes between Neighbours that Reached Community Mediation Centre

K ShanmugamNg Ling Ling
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 19 Sept 2023

Measures to Prevent Criminals from Getting Away with Lighter Sentences by Exploiting Maximum Amount of Mitigating Options Available to Them

Joan PereiraK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 3 Aug 2023

Approval for Foreigners Buying Properties Zoned "Commercial" but Approved for Mixed Commercial and Residential Development

Lim Biow ChuanK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 3 Aug 2023

Impact of Marking and Assessment Boycott at UK Universities on Students Taking the Bar Examination in Singapore

Hany SohK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 2 Aug 2023

Authenticity of Quotations for Star Rate Items in Development Project under State Courts

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 3 Jul 2023

Oversight of Administrative Fees Charged by Pawnbrokers and Moneylenders

Carrie TanK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 8 May 2023

Reasons for not Pressing Charges against Mr Liew Kai Lung Karl under Section 177 of Penal Code

Hazel PoaK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 7 Feb 2023

Transfer of Institutional Knowledge as SLA takes Over State Land Management within HDB Estates

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 9 Nov 2022

Ensuring Fair Outcomes for Individuals Facing Corporate Claims at Small Claims Tribunal

Tan Wu MengK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 5 Oct 2022

Amending Small Claims Tribunal Act 1984 to Offer Cost-effective Civil Measures to Recover Misdirected Funds from Electronic Transfers

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 5 Jul 2022

Amending Wills Act 1838 to Provide for Revocation of Appointment of Former Spouse as Executor or Beneficiary in A Will

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 9 May 2022

Proposal for Minimum Occupation Period for New Citizens who Buy Landed Residential Property

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 15 Feb 2022

Proposed Legislation for Corporate Criminal Liability to be Transferred to Acquiring Companies in Merger and Acquisition Transactions

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 15 Feb 2022

Possibility of Singapore's Accession to Hague Service Convention

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 15 Feb 2022

Number of Deferred Prosecution Agreements and Conditional Warnings Involving Corporations

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 11 Jan 2022

Number of Cases where Foreigners Purchased Restricted Residential Properties Through Singaporeans

Saktiandi SupaatK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 2 Aug 2021

Mediation Cases between Wedding Couples and Vendors Affected by COVID-19 Restrictions

Darryl DavidK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 6 Jul 2021

Helping Singaporeans Who Do Not Meet Means Test Criteria for Pro Bono Legal Aid Services

Denise Phua Lay PengK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 5 Jul 2021

Extension of Relief Provisions in COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act due to Recent Phase Two (Heightened Alert) Measures

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 5 Jul 2021

Regulation of Alternative Legal Service Providers

Raj Joshua ThomasK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 11 May 2021

Making Sure Lawyers Appointed by Legal Aid Bureau Act With Due Despatch

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 11 May 2021

Streamlining Process of Making Simple Wills

Gerald Giam Yean SongK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 10 May 2021

Average Land Lease Duration for State Land Sold Over Last 10 Years

Chua Kheng Wee LouisK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 5 Apr 2021

Factors to Determine Fees Charged for Administration of Un-nominated CPF Monies by Public Trustee

Chua Kheng Wee LouisK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 2 Feb 2021

Review of Legal Profession Act to Clarify Jurisdiction of The Courts and Routes of Reviews and Appeals

He Ting RuK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 2 Nov 2020

Reviewing Sustainability of Convictions and Sentences After Amendment to Legislation

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 6 Oct 2020

Proposal for Public Defender Scheme for Vulnerable Persons

Carrie TanK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 4 May 2020

Exemption of Listed Developers with Minor Foreign Shareholders from Qualifying Certificate Scheme

K ShanmugamCheryl Chan Wei Ling
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 3 Feb 2020

Standard Clause in Public Sector Contracts to Appoint Singapore Mediation Centre as Sole Mediation Agency

K ShanmugamFatimah Lateef
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 6 Jan 2020

Review of Grab's Upfront Cash Programme Offered to Delivery Riders

K ShanmugamFoo Mee Har
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 6 Jan 2020

Success Rate of Debt Recovery by Official Assignee Over Past 10 Years

Seah Kian PengK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 6 Jan 2020

Effectiveness of Community Disputes Resolution Tribunal

Seah Kian PengK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 4 Nov 2019

2019 Trend for Bankruptcy Orders

Saktiandi SupaatK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 7 Oct 2019

Non-legally Trained Persons Providing Advice for Drafting of Wills

Cheryl Chan Wei LingK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 5 Aug 2019

Number of Unresolved Neighbour Disputes Brought from Community Mediation Centre to Community Disputes Resolution Tribunals

K ShanmugamLiang Eng Hwa
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 8 Jul 2019

Steps to Ensure Law Firms Strengthen IT Processes and Cyber Security

K ShanmugamRahayu Mahzam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 1 Apr 2019

Proposal to Review International Arbitration Act to Allow for Appeal through Singapore Courts

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 1 Apr 2019

Proportion of Cases Filed at Small Claims Tribunal That Relate to Tenancy-related Disputes

K ShanmugamRahayu Mahzam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 1 Apr 2019

Sale of Government Freehold Land to Private Developers

Lim Wee KiakK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 14 Jan 2019

Applications Received by Community Disputes Resolutions Tribunals and Rate of Resolution

Gan Thiam PohK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 20 Nov 2018

Simplifying Process of Cross-jurisdictional Recognition of Authenticity of Documents issued by Public Authorities

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 19 Nov 2018

Singaporeans aged 65 and above who Have Remained in Bankruptcy beyond Five Years

Png Eng HuatK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 2 Oct 2018

Legal Aid Applications by Family Members of Mentally Disabled for Appointment as Deputies

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 6 Aug 2018

Singapore's Contribution to Upcoming Singapore Convention on Mediation

Christopher de SouzaK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 9 Jul 2018

Temporary Occupation Licences Issued to Commercial Plant Operators in East Coast/Marina Bay Area

K ShanmugamLim Biow Chuan
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 8 Jan 2018

Offender's Mental Condition Considered for Sentence of Reformative Training

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 7 Nov 2017

Government's Response to Proposed Reforms to Investor-state Arbitration Regime

K Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 11 Sept 2017

Complaints of Cigarette Smoke Drifting into Neighbouring Houses

Lee Bee WahK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 3 Jul 2017

Lease Extensions for Older Residents in Lorong 3 Geylang Homes

K ShanmugamLeon Perera
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 8 May 2017

Responsibility of Social Media Platforms and Internet Service Providers in Addressing Fake News

Pritam SinghK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 8 May 2017

Applications for Extension of Lease Period for Residential Properties

Gan Thiam PohK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 8 May 2017

Review of Offences to Allow for Community Sentences or Probation as Sentencing Options

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 10 Oct 2016

Regulation of Online Providers of Legal Aid

Patrick Tay Teck GuanK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 16 Aug 2016

Maintenance of Black and White Bungalows

Lim Wee KiakK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 15 Aug 2016

Assistance for Bereaved Families on Administering Deceased's Estate

Tan Wu MengK Shanmugam
Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question Ministry of Law 11 Jul 2016

Cases Filed since Enactment of Protection from Harassment Act

Patrick Tay Teck GuanK Shanmugam
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Written Questions (185)

Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Oct 2026

Quality and Reliability of Freelance Court Interpretation Services, and Complaints on Accuracy

Edwin Tong Chun FaiEileen Chong Pei Shan
Written Answer Ministry of Law 6 Oct 2026

Qualifications and Accreditation, Court Procedure Training and Quality Assessment for Freelance Interpreters Engaged by Singapore Courts

Edwin Tong Chun FaiEileen Chong Pei Shan
Written Answer Ministry of Law 9 Sept 2026

Requirements for Supporting Letter from Grassroots Adviser for Temporary Occupation Licence Applications and Availability of Appeal Channels

Chua Kheng Wee LouisEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Aug 2026

Yearly Lease Expiries for Arts and Culture Establishments in Gillman Barracks from 2026 to 2030, and Assistance for Relocation Efforts

Edwin Tong Chun FaiHe Ting Ru
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Jul 2026

Addressing Workplace Harassment, Unhealthy Workplace Culture and Retention of Young Lawyers Through Formal Frameworks and Measures

Wan RizalDiana Pang Li YenEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Jul 2026

Data on Intestate Deaths among Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents and AI Tools Integration to Improve Will-writing Services Accessibility

Gerald Giam Yean SongEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 May 2026

Community Orders and Sentences Under Part 17 of Criminal Procedure Code in 2024 and 2025 and Top Five Offence Types

Sylvia LimEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 May 2026

Impact of AI Adoption on Junior Lawyer Training Pipelines and Addressing Developmental Gaps Through One-year Practice Training Framework

Low Wu Yang AndreEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 8 Apr 2026

Integration of Court Custody Orders with Healthcare, School and Residential Records Systems

Edwin Tong Chun FaiVictor Lye
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Apr 2026

Data on Cases of Wrongful Trading Investigated under Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Act and Enforcement Outcomes in Past Three Years

Melvin Yong Yik ChyeEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Apr 2026

ASEAN Extradition Treaty Ratification Status and Singapore's Preparatory Steps for Implementation of Ratification

Sylvia LimEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 12 Feb 2026

SingPass Login Success Rates and Application Abandonment Patterns for CDRT Claims

Gerald Giam Yean SongEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 12 Feb 2026

Additional Government Support for Residents Facing Persistent Disturbances from Errant Neighbours

Edwin Tong Chun FaiChristopher de Souza
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Feb 2026

Timeline Status for Multi-Agency Task Force on Invisible Disabilities in Justice System

Abdul Muhaimin Abdul MalikEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Feb 2026

Expansion of Legal Aid Scheme for Persons With Special Needs Ineligible for Pro Bono Legal Services

Abdul Muhaimin Abdul MalikEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Feb 2026

Streamlined Neighbour Dispute Resolution Outlets for Failed Community Mediation Cases

Edwin Tong Chun FaiShawn Loh
Written Answer Ministry of Law 13 Jan 2026

Data on Family Justice Court Applications for Divorce Maintenance Compliance over Past Three Years

Yeo Wan LingEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 6 Nov 2025

Decision-making Authority for Prosecution of Suspected Offences under Part 9 of Administration of Muslim Law Act

Fadli FawziEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Nov 2025

Proposal for Dog Run Area on State Land near Serangoon North View

Kenneth Tiong Boon KiatEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Nov 2025

Review Limit of Non-training Days for Trainee Lawyers and Enforcement Measures against Non-compliant Law Firms

Valerie LeeEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Nov 2025

Data on Outcomes of Bankruptcy Applications and Mandating Mediation between Petitioning Creditor and Bankruptcy Respondent

Saktiandi SupaatEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Nov 2025

Data on Individuals Adjudicated Bankrupt by Age Group and Repeat Bankruptcies in Past 10 Years

Saktiandi SupaatEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 15 Oct 2025

Data Collection and Categorisation of Causes of Individual Bankruptcies in Last 10 Years

Edwin Tong Chun FaiSaktiandi Supaat
Written Answer Ministry of Law 15 Oct 2025

Data on Debts Repaid to Creditors of Bankruptcy Estates in Last 10 Years and Plans to Enhance Creditor Recovery

Edwin Tong Chun FaiSaktiandi Supaat
Written Answer Ministry of Law 14 Oct 2025

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

Edwin Tong Chun FaiCharlene Chen
Written Answer Ministry of Law 14 Oct 2025

Trends on Duration to Exit Bankruptcy from 2010 to 2025 and Possible Review of Bankruptcy Laws

Saktiandi SupaatEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 14 Oct 2025

Target Contribution Payment Rates among Discharged Bankrupts from 2010 to 2020

Saktiandi SupaatEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 26 Sept 2025

Expanding Legal Aid Schemes for Financially Constrained Persons Beyond Current Pro Bono Eligibility

Edwin Tong Chun FaiLee Hong Chuang
Written Answer Ministry of Law 26 Sept 2025

Individuals in Severe Hoarding Cases Issued Treatment Orders Since March 2025

Edwin Tong Chun FaiHamid Razak
Written Answer Ministry of Law 24 Sept 2025

Use of Copyright Law to Strengthen Protection Against Deepfakes

Patrick Tay Teck GuanEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 8 Apr 2025

Status and Terms of Tenancy Renewal and Agreements for 26 and 31 Ridout Road

Edwin Tong Chun FaiLeong Mun Wai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 8 Apr 2025

Further Renovation Works and Felling of Trees at 26 and 31 Ridout Road

Edwin Tong Chun FaiLeong Mun Wai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 8 Apr 2025

Timeline between Discovery of Corporate Misappropriation and Securing of Asset Freezing Orders

K ShanmugamJamus Jerome Lim
Written Answer Ministry of Law 27 Feb 2025

Proportion of Freehold, 999-year and Shorter Lease Landed Properties in Singapore

K ShanmugamLeong Mun Wai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 26 Feb 2025

Plans for Land Occupied by Golf Clubs with Soon-to-expire Leases

K ShanmugamHazel Poa
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Feb 2025

Public Access to Judgments of Tribunals and Financial Industry Disputes Resolution Centre, and Potential for Searchable Database

K ShanmugamGerald Giam Yean Song
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Jan 2025

Help for Stay-alone Seniors to Formalise and Execute Their Wills

K ShanmugamJoan Pereira
Written Answer Ministry of Law 15 Oct 2024

Simplifying Process of Enforcing Awards Ordered by Small Claims and Employment Claims Tribunals on Companies

K ShanmugamSee Jinli Jean
Written Answer Ministry of Law 15 Oct 2024

Accountability of Lawyers in Performing Background Checks on Foreign Clients Setting up Companies in Singapore

Yip Hon WengK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 14 Oct 2024

Good Class Bungalows Sold to Trust Companies with Foreign Beneficiaries and Purchase Applications Rejected

Leong Mun WaiEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 14 Oct 2024

Individuals Placed under Debt Repayment Scheme and Regulation of Fees Charged by Debt Consulting Services

Chua Kheng Wee LouisK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 14 Oct 2024

Orders Issued by Small Claims Tribunals and Average Enforcement Cost for Consumers

K ShanmugamMelvin Yong Yik Chye
Written Answer Ministry of Law 10 Sept 2024

Effectiveness of Small Claims Tribunal in Resolving Contractual Disputes and Plans to Raise Claim Limits and Reduce Cost

Liang Eng HwaK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 9 Sept 2024

Means-testing and Qualifying Criteria for Pro Bono Legal Representation from Legal Aid Bureau

Dennis Tan Lip FongK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Jul 2024

Loans Taken Up at Licensed Moneylenders by Singaporeans Aged 18 to 25 and Above 65

Mariam JaafarK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Jul 2024

Complaints Against Judicial Officers in State Courts and Supreme Court for Breach of Judicial Code of Conduct

Lim Biow ChuanK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 8 May 2024

Common Group of Claims Heard in Small Claims Tribunals Over Past Five Years

K ShanmugamMelvin Yong Yik Chye
Written Answer Ministry of Law 8 May 2024

Rent Collected from Properties Managed by Singapore Land Authority Spent on Maintenance and Safety Inspections

K ShanmugamHazel Poa
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Apr 2024

Continued Availability of Plea Bargains After Published Guidelines on Reduction in Sentences for Guilty Pleas

K ShanmugamJamus Jerome Lim
Written Answer Ministry of Law 16 Feb 2024

Effectiveness of Community Dispute Resolution Tribunal Orders in Resolving Neighbour Disputes

Louis Ng Kok KwangEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Feb 2024

Circumstances Permitting Rental of State Lands to Private Individuals at Below Market Cost

Leong Mun WaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 9 Jan 2024

Number of and Assistance for Non-native English Speakers Filing Court Applications via Integrated Family Application Management System

Dennis Tan Lip FongK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 22 Nov 2023

Statistics of Mediations Over Vehicle Leasing Disputes

Edwin Tong Chun FaiSee Jinli Jean
Written Answer Ministry of Law 22 Nov 2023

Statistics of Applications to Public Defender's Office

He Ting RuEdwin Tong Chun Fai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Nov 2023

Impact of Public Defender's Office on Cases Taken Up by Criminal Legal Aid Scheme

He Ting RuK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Oct 2023

Renewal of Existing Leases for Places of Worship Land under Revised Land and Pricing Allocation Framework

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 19 Sept 2023

Public Trustee's Collection of Fees Charged for Administration of Unnominated CPF Monies

K ShanmugamLeong Mun Wai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 19 Sept 2023

Increasing Powers of Public Officers in New Mandatory Mediation Framework to Include Resolving Second-hand Smoke Cases

Louis Ng Kok KwangK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Aug 2023

Total Rent Received and Expenses Incurred on Black and White Bungalows in 2022

Edwin Tong Chun FaiHazel Poa
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Aug 2023

Sizes of State Land around Black and White Bungalows Cleared for Safety or Health Reasons since 2013

Edwin Tong Chun FaiHazel Poa
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Aug 2023

Cost of Restoration and Additional Works Done on Black and White Bungalows since 2018

Edwin Tong Chun FaiHazel Poa
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Aug 2023

Clearance Certificates Issued to Foreign Persons to Purchase Landed Properties Since 2013

K ShanmugamLeong Mun Wai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Aug 2023

Black and White Properties Managed by SLA with Undeveloped State Land Adjacent to Property

Edwin Tong Chun FaiJamus Jerome Lim
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Aug 2023

Application Procedure for Maintenance of State Land Adjacent to Black and White and Landed Properties

Edwin Tong Chun FaiJamus Jerome Lim
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Aug 2023

Valuation Principles Used for State-managed Properties and Sale of Land for Public Housing

Edwin Tong Chun FaiZhulkarnain Abdul Rahim
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Aug 2023

Land Area Occupied by Black and White Bungalows and Occupancy Rate

Edwin Tong Chun FaiLeong Mun Wai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Aug 2023

Cases of Disputes Between Neighbours over Second-hand Smoke and Enforcement Orders Sought and Successful

Louis Ng Kok KwangK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Aug 2023

Justification for Exempting Creditors from Attending Debt Repayment Scheme Hearings

Jamus Jerome LimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Jul 2023

Political Officeholders or Members of Parliament Renting or Occupying State Property for Residential Purposes

Teo Chee HeanHazel Poa
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Jul 2023

Extension and Termination of Religious Organisations' Short-term Tenancies with Government

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Jul 2023

Approvals for Rental of and Works to be Done at State-owned Bungalows

Edwin Tong Chun FaiLeon PereraChua Kheng Wee Louis +2 more
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Jul 2023

Feedback on Implementation of Rules of Court 2021

Hany SohK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 8 May 2023

Victim Impact Statements Tendered in Court and Offences Covered

Sylvia LimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 21 Mar 2023

Land Valuation for Community Centres and Clubs

Jamus Jerome LimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Mar 2023

Cause of Breakdown of State Courts' Online Case Management System

Zhulkarnain Abdul RahimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 24 Feb 2023

Data on Work Permit Holders Charged with Crimes and Applying for Criminal Legal Aid

Louis Ng Kok KwangK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Feb 2023

Review of Inheritance (Family Provision) Act 1966 to Allow Extension of Legal Duty of Natural Parent to Maintain Illegitimate Child After Death

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Feb 2023

Plans for Review of Criminal Disclosure Obligations in Criminal Procedure Code 2010

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Feb 2023

Updates on Recommendations in Committee of Privileges' Report Presented to Parliament on 10 February 2022

Zhulkarnain Abdul RahimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 10 Jan 2023

Breakdown of Government Land Sales Revenue by Usage

Jamus Jerome LimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 30 Nov 2022

Personal Costs Orders Sought by Public Prosecutor against Defence Counsel

K ShanmugamLeon Perera
Written Answer Ministry of Law 30 Nov 2022

Costs Orders Sought by Accused or Defence Counsel against Public Prosecutor

K ShanmugamLeon Perera
Written Answer Ministry of Law 30 Nov 2022

Progress of Development of Probate E-service System

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 29 Nov 2022

Update on Review of Streamlined Enforcement Framework for Civil Judgments

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 29 Nov 2022

Provision for Summary Determination and Disposal of Vexatious Claims under Supreme Court (Protection from Harassment) Rules 2021

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Nov 2022

Annual Revenue Received by SLA from Government Land Sales Since 2000

Leong Mun WaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Oct 2022

Outcome of Cases Filed with Protection from Harassment Court Since Its Operationalisation

He Ting RuK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Oct 2022

Cases Filed with Protection from Harassment Court

He Ting RuK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Oct 2022

Protection and Expedited Protection Orders Granted under Protection from Harassment Act 2014

He Ting RuK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Oct 2022

Derivation of Prices of Land Leases to Religious Organisations

K ShanmugamSylvia Lim
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Oct 2022

Claims Filed Annually at Small Claims Tribunals Since 2019

Tan Wu MengK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Aug 2022

Good Class Bungalows Purchased by Non-citizens Under Special Approval

Leong Mun WaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Aug 2022

Rental Demand for Colonial Black and White Bungalows

Leong Mun WaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Aug 2022

Number and Outcome of Cases Registered with Community Mediation Centre

He Ting RuK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 1 Aug 2022

Due Diligence and Credit Checks for Foreign Domestic Workers Taking Loans from Moneylenders

Nadia Ahmad SamdinK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Jul 2022

Outcome of Cases of Disputed Rental Waiver under COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020 Rental Waiver Framework

Tan Wu MengK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Jul 2022

Legal Powers to Set Shorter Deadlines for Death Row Convicts to Appeal against Death Sentence to Prevent Abuse of Court Processes and Unwarranted Delays in Finality of Capital Punishments

Gan Thiam PohK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 9 May 2022

Update on Cheating Cases at 2020 Part B Bar Examinations and Steps taken to Eliminate or Minimise such Cheating Cases

K ShanmugamAng Wei Neng
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Mar 2022

Update on Study to Enhance Case Management System by State Courts to Capture and Track Data on Types of Harassment Filed Under Protection from Harassment Act 2014

Zhulkarnain Abdul RahimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Mar 2022

Annual Number of Applications to Legal Aid Bureau on Grants of Probate or Letters of Administration

Zhulkarnain Abdul RahimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Mar 2022

Annual Number of Applications to Legal Aid Bureau to Appoint Deputy under Mental Capacity Act

Zhulkarnain Abdul RahimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 1 Mar 2022

Data on Annual Number of People Placed under Pre-bankruptcy Debt Repayment Scheme in Last Five Years

Mariam JaafarK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 18 Feb 2022

Applications to Community Disputes Resolution Tribunal in 2020 and 2021 and Their Outcomes

Gerald Giam Yean SongK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 15 Feb 2022

Litigants-in-person in Family Law Cases Annually from 2019 to 2021

Tan Wu MengK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 14 Feb 2022

Cost of Legal Technology Platform Initiative and Target Take-up Rate Amongst Lawyers

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 14 Feb 2022

Annual Applications Received for Legal Aid and Success Rate of Applicants

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 12 Jan 2022

Update on Legal Aid Provided under Amended Legal Aid and Advice Act

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 12 Jan 2022

Take-up Rate of iLAB Since Its Launch and Plans to Promote Its Service

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 10 Jan 2022

Number of Debtors Committed by Court to Civil Prison in Past 10 Years

K ShanmugamMurali Pillai
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Nov 2021

Amendments to Limitation Act to Address Deficiencies Identified by Law Reform Committee of Singapore Academy of Law

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 13 Sept 2021

Statistics on Successful Applications for Simplified Debt Restructuring Programme and Simplified Winding Up Programme

Zhulkarnain Abdul RahimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Aug 2021

Non-imposition of Death Penalty on Individuals under Age of 16

Yip Hon WengK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Aug 2021

Position on Necessity for Implementation of Good Samaritan Law in Singapore

Hazel PoaK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 26 Jul 2021

Plans to Protect and Promote Natural and Historical Heritage of Southern Islands

Nadia Ahmad SamdinK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Jul 2021

Basis for Determining Reserve Prices for Sites under Government Land Sales and Industrial Government Land Sales programmes and Statistics on Sites Awarded in Last Five Years

Chua Kheng Wee LouisK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 10 May 2021

Measures in Place to Ensure Legal Trainees Receive Training from Properly Qualified Persons and Support Available for Trainee in Dispute with Supervising Solicitor

Hany SohK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Apr 2021

Claims against Home Renovation Firms for Failure to Deliver after Accepting Deposits in Past Three Years and Actions Taken

Yip Hon WengK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Apr 2021

Statistics on Legal Service Officers in Singapore Legal Service Serving in Judicial Branch and Legal Branch in Each of Past Five Years

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Mar 2021

Plans to Amend Community Disputes Resolution Act or Introduce Legislative Measures to Assist Resolution of Neighbourly Disputes Before Community Disputes Resolution Tribunals

Zhulkarnain Abdul RahimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 25 Feb 2021

Process to Assist Disadvantaged Persons in Applying for Administration of CPF Money after Demise of Family Member

Raeesah KhanK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 24 Feb 2021

Outcomes of Second-hand Cigarette Smoke-related Claims Filed with Community Disputes Resolution Tribunal in Past Three Years

Yip Hon WengK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 24 Feb 2021

Number of Accused Persons Who Applied for Legal Representation under Criminal Legal Aid Scheme over Past Five Years

Leon PereraK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 16 Feb 2021

Update on Singapore Convention on Mediation and Plans to Promote Singapore as An International Dispute Resolution Hub

Sitoh Yih PinK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 1 Feb 2021

Restricting Public Access to Identity of Property Owners in Singapore

Gan Thiam PohK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 1 Feb 2021

Community Sentences Imposed since Enhancement of Community Sentencing Regime under Criminal Procedure Code in 2018

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 1 Feb 2021

Number of Wills Registered with Public Trustee's Wills Registry Annually for Past 10 Years Before and After Implementation of Registration Fees

Hany SohK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 1 Feb 2021

Prosecution Action Taken Against Non-compliance with Assessors' Directions under COVID-19 Temporary Measures Act 2020

K ShanmugamSylvia Lim
Written Answer Ministry of Law 1 Feb 2021

Applications for Legal Protection for Events and Holiday Tour Contracts under the COVID-19 Temporary Measure Act

Melvin Yong Yik ChyeK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 1 Feb 2021

Breakdown of Businesses Taking on Re-Align Framework to Terminate Existing Rental Contracts ahead of Schedule

Chua Kheng Wee LouisK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Jan 2021

Training on Sexual Offences for Judicial Officials

Raeesah KhanK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Jan 2021

Number of Expedited Orders, Personal Protection Orders and Domestic Orders Obtained since Circuit Breaker

Zhulkarnain Abdul RahimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Jan 2021

Breakdown on Number of Persons of Unsound Mind Detained under Section 252 of Criminal Procedure Code

Leon PereraK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Jan 2021

Breakdown of Number of Maintenance Order Applications Received by Family Justice Court in Past Five Years

Carrie TanK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Jan 2021

Investigations into Deaths Due to Unnatural or Unknown Causes in Last Two years

K ShanmugamSylvia Lim
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Jan 2021

Victim Impact Statement Adduced by Prosecution to Address Sentencing Court in Sexual Offences Cases in Past Five Years and Plans to Review Criminal Sentencing for Sexual Offences

Raeesah KhanK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Nov 2020

Status of Writ of Seizure and Sale (WSS) Proceedings Currently on Hold

Mohd Fahmi AlimanK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Nov 2020

Average Duration Taken for Dissolution of Marriage and Ancillary Matters Stage and Applications Made for Court Orders for Enforcement for Maintenance, Custody and Settlement

Poh Li SanK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Nov 2020

Community Dispute Resolution (CDRT) Claim Submissions between 2017 and 2019

Tan Wu MengK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 15 Oct 2020

Statistics on Annual Disbursements in Provision of Government Funds for Legal Aid to Defendants in Criminal Cases

Murali PillaiK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 6 Oct 2020

Rationale for Imposing Cost to File a Claim before Community Disputes Resolution Tribunals

Gerald Giam Yean SongK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 6 Oct 2020

Tracking Statistics and Data at Community Disputes Resolution Tribunals

Gerald Giam Yean SongK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 6 Oct 2020

Available COVID-19 Related Legislations Allowing Companies to Seek Recourse for Payments being Withheld

Cheng Li HuiK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 6 Oct 2020

Statistics on Cases Handled by Protection from Harassment Courts

Leon PereraK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Oct 2020

Court Cases Involving Employers and Their Foreign Domestic Workers and Number Convicted

K ShanmugamDerrick Goh
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Oct 2020

Avenues for Legal Aid or Probono Legal Services for Singaporeans with Mobility Needs Encountering Significant Difficulty Leaving Home

Tan Wu MengK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Oct 2020

Causes of Neighbourly Disputes in HDB Flats Lodged with Community Disputes Resolution Tribunal since 2015

Zhulkarnain Abdul RahimK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Sept 2020

Number of Cases of Neighbour Disputes Arising from Second-hand Cigarette Smoke Mediated Successfully in Past Two Years

Louis Ng Kok KwangK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Jun 2020

Extending Relief under Part 2 of COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020 to Cover Rental Agreements between Vehicle Hire Companies and Private Hire Car Drivers

K ShanmugamPatrick Tay Teck Guan
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Jun 2020

Number of Tenants who Submitted Notifications for Relief under COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act and Number of Landlords who Filed for Applications for Assessor’s Determination

Chong Kee HiongK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 May 2020

Efforts to Assist Those Affected by COVID-19 Crisis Needing Urgent Legal Advice in Light of Circuit Breaker and Suspension of Physical Legal Clinics

Rahayu MahzamK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Mar 2020

Number of Court Applications Involving Spouse Refusing to Comply with Court Orders on Sale of Matrimonial Home in the Past Five Years

K ShanmugamLouis Ng Kok Kwang
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Mar 2020

Number of Cases Requiring an Assistant Registrar to Sign Documents for Sale of Matrimonial Property due to Refusal by Spouse to Sign Sale Documents

K ShanmugamLouis Ng Kok Kwang
Written Answer Ministry of Law 4 Mar 2020

Number of Applications Made under Guardianship of Infants Acts in Last Five Years

Walter TheseiraK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Feb 2020

Annual Number of Mediations Conducted under Auspices of Singapore Mediation Centre and Rate of Successful Settlements

K ShanmugamSitoh Yih Pin
Written Answer Ministry of Law 3 Feb 2020

Prohibiting Dissemination of Photos and Videos of Victims of Accidents and Crimes Through Electronic Means

K ShanmugamDaniel Goh Pei Siong
Written Answer Ministry of Law 6 Jan 2020

Regulations Governing Cash Advance Programmes Offered by Employers or Contractors

Leon PereraK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 7 Oct 2019

Gender Breakdown of Applicants Granted Protection Orders and Expedited Protection Orders under Protection from Harassment Act

Walter TheseiraK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Sept 2019

Policies on Permanent Residents Owning Landed Residential Property in Singapore

Sitoh Yih PinK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Sept 2019

Exemption of Bankrupt Persons' Income from Creditors' Claims for Use in Insurance Premium Payments for Home Protection and CPF Insurance Schemes

Gan Thiam PohK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 2 Sept 2019

Number of Personal Protection Order Applications Rejected from 2015 to 2018

K ShanmugamLeon Perera
Written Answer Ministry of Law 6 Aug 2019

Statistics on Divorcees Who Failed to Comply with Court Orders to Sell Their Matrimonial Flats Within Stipulated Time

K ShanmugamLouis Ng Kok Kwang
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Aug 2019

Statistics on Number of Cases Heard by Community Dispute Resolution Tribunal Since Inception

K ShanmugamRahayu Mahzam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 1 Apr 2019

Singapore Medical Council's Appeal against its Disciplinary Tribunal's Sentence on Dr Soo Shuenn Chiang

Daniel Goh Pei SiongK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 8 Mar 2019

Time Taken to Conclude a Divorce at Family Justice Courts and Syariah Court

K ShanmugamRahayu Mahzam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 19 Nov 2018

Foreign Domestic Workers Borrowing from Legal and Illegal Moneylenders

Gan Thiam PohK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 11 Jul 2018

Resolution of Neighbour Disputes over Cigarette Smoke

Lee Bee WahK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 18 May 2018

Legislation on Statutory Rape and Sexual Misconduct Involving Minors, Children and Young Persons

Cheng Li HuiK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 5 Mar 2018

Revision of Means Test for Legal Aid

Sitoh Yih PinK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 19 Feb 2018

Number of Applicants for Legal Aid from 2013 to 2017

K ShanmugamLouis Ng Kok Kwang
Written Answer Ministry of Law 6 Nov 2017

Disposable Income Limit to Qualify for Legal Aid

Cheryl Chan Wei LingK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 6 Nov 2017

Plans for SLA Land at Wan Tho Avenue Leased to St John's Home for Elderly Persons

Sitoh Yih PinK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 11 Sept 2017

Moneylenders Recovering Fees and Interests above Principal Sum

Desmond ChooK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 11 Sept 2017

Psychiatric Expert Evidence Found Unreliable in Criminal Trials

K Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 11 Sept 2017

Pre-trial Remandees Offered Bail but Declined

K Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 11 Sept 2017

Defence Counsel Scandalising and Insulting Moral Integrity of Complainants or Witnesses during Cross-examination in Sexual or Child Abuse Cases

K Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 1 Aug 2017

Number of Local SMEs Owning Intellectual Property Rights

K ShanmugamLeon Perera
Written Answer Ministry of Law 20 Feb 2017

Community Dispute Applications Received by Community Disputes Resolution Tribunals

K ShanmugamTin Pei Ling
Written Answer Ministry of Law 6 Feb 2017

Application Fee for Enforcement of Money Order Issued by Small Claims Tribunal

K ShanmugamTin Pei Ling
Written Answer Ministry of Law 11 Jul 2016

Cases Reported on Singapore Academy of Law Website

Fatimah LateefK Shanmugam
Written Answer Ministry of Law 11 Jul 2016

Victim Compensation Orders Granted under Section 359 of Criminal Procedure Code

K ShanmugamSylvia Lim
Written Answer Ministry of Law 11 Jul 2016

Young Persons Processed for Criminal Offences through State Courts

K ShanmugamSylvia Lim
Written Answer Ministry of Law 9 May 2016

Complaints against Licensed Moneylenders for Unfair Contracts and Practices

K ShanmugamLouis Ng Kok Kwang
Written Answer Ministry of Law 29 Feb 2016

Applications for Legal Aid

K ShanmugamDennis Tan Lip Fong
Written Answer Ministry of Law 29 Jan 2016

Salaries Due to Employees of Liquidated Companies

K ShanmugamZainal Sapari
Written Answer Ministry of Law 28 Jan 2016

Harassment and Intimidation by Licensed Moneylenders

Christopher de SouzaK Shanmugam
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