Parliament sitting, 14 October 2024

108 sections · 14th Parliament · Official Report, 14 October 2024, Vol 95, Issue 142 · Open in the reader

  1. PERMISSION TO MEMBERS TO BE ABSENT
  2. Root Causes for Massive East-West MRT Line Disruption in September 2024 and Review to Prevent Future Occurrence
  3. Review of Measures and Help Provided in Student Bullying Incidents
  4. Median Hawker Stall Rentals in Last Two Years and Proposed Balloting Model Based on Cost Recovery for Such Stalls
  5. Response to Study on Long-term Economic and Social Costs of Adverse Childhood Experiences
  6. Measures in Community Healthcare System to Help Identify and Support Children and Young Persons Affected by Adverse Childhood Experiences
  7. Programmes for Schools to Identify and Support Students with Adverse Childhood Experiences
  8. Review of "Public Servant" Definition in Penal Code and Singapore's Anti-corruption Laws following Conviction of Former Minister
  9. Equipping Building Industry Firms to Use Drone Technology for Efficient Inspection, Repairs and Maintenance
  10. Cost and Provision of Subsidy for CCTV Installation in Preschools
  11. Pre-conditional Voluntary General Offer by Allianz for Income Insurance
  12. Insurance (Amendment) Bill
  13. MediShield Life Scheme (Amendment) Bill
  14. Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill
  15. Sewerage and Drainage (Amendment) Bill
  16. Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters (Amendment) and Other Matters Bill
  17. Singapore International Commercial Court (International Committee) Bill
  18. Administration of Justice (Protection) (Amendment) Bill
  19. Constitution of the Republic of Singapore (Amendment) Bill
  20. Statutes (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No 2) Bill
  21. Central Provident Fund (Amendment) Bill
  22. Income Tax (Amendment) Bill
  23. Adjournment of Debate
  24. Assessment Criteria for and Potential Extension of Overseas Humanitarian Assistance Tax Deduction Scheme
  25. Strengthening Safety at Construction Worksites following Recent Deaths of Two Workers
  26. Safety Measures and Regulations for Installation and Maintenance of Solar Photovoltaic Systems
  27. Allocated Spaces and Time-controlled Charging Points in HDB Car Parks for Motorised Personal Mobility Aids
  28. Additional Measures to Support Employers for Increased Parental Maternity Leave Provisions
  29. Proportion of Divorcees Being Able to Own HDB Flats after Selling Matrimonial Flats
  30. Prohibiting Smoking in Area Directly under MRT or LRT Viaducts
  31. Refining Skills Framework for Arts Education
  32. Measures to Address Findings in National Study on Rising Prevalence of Severe Mental Health Symptoms amongst Youths
  33. Compliance of Orders Issued by Small Claims Tribunals and Failure to Comply Due to Lack of Resources
  34. Studies on Quantifiable Effects of Dense Urban Living Environment on Individuals’ Physiological Stress Responses
  35. Usage Rates and Waiting Times for Cross-border Point-to-point and Taxi Services between Singapore and Johor Bahru
  36. Enhancing Support for Special Needs Education and Potential Use of Assistive Technologies
  37. Regulatory Coverage for Singaporean Freelancers in Expertise- and Knowledge-based Professions
  38. Number of Estate Agents Disciplined or Fined for Breach of Professional and Ethical Standards
  39. Number of Children Enrolled in and Average Waiting Time for Early Intervention Programme for Infants and Children
  40. Impact of Qoo10's Payment Issues on Micro and Small Businesses and Available Support Measures
  41. Improving 4G Cellular Network Coverage at Underground Parking Spaces
  42. Plans on Revising Qualification Threshold of $1 Million for GST Registration by Companies
  43. New and Existing Worker Dormitories That Have Fulfilled Interim and New Standards for Better Living Conditions
  44. Sustainability of Public Transport Services with Recent Fare Increases and Additional Government Subsidy
  45. Protecting Teachers from Unreasonable Demands and Harassment by Parents
  46. Restricting Numbers in Group Gatherings at HDB Common Areas during Quiet Hours
  47. Measures of Success for Government's Integrated Facilities Management Contracts
  48. Pricing Guidelines for Plastic Bag Charge Imposed by Merchants
  49. Evacuation Protocols for Commuters during MRT Disruptions
  50. Government’s Expectations for Population Growth over Next Five Years
  51. Translation Tools in School Apps to Support Parents and Caregivers Whose First Language is Not English
  52. Promoting Awareness and Help-seeking Behaviour for Early Diagnosis of Young-onset of Dementia
  53. Impact of Increased Work Pass Qualifying Salaries on Singaporeans' Pay
  54. Review of Guidelines on Attachments to Buildings Given Stronger Winds from More Extreme Weather Conditions
  55. Prosecutions against Parents for Breach of Bond Terms in Care and Protection Orders
  56. Strategies and Measures to Support Tourist Guides amid Evolving Industry Challenges
  57. Engaging Opposition MPs and Grassroots Advisers in Opposition Constituencies for Bus Service Enhancements
  58. Policing Forested Areas to Ensure National Security and Common Illegal Activities Detected
  59. Prevalence of Practice to Reset Workers' Wages upon Change in Service Buyer Contracts
  60. Safety Testing and Maintenance Requirements for Motorised Personal Mobility Aids Stored in HDB Flats
  61. Review Force Needed for Opening of Automatic Doors in Code on Accessibility in the Built Environment
  62. Temperature Setting in MRT Train Cars and Station Platforms and Feedback on Excessively Warm Train Cars or Platforms
  63. Additional Measures to Address Rising Wealth Inequality in Singapore
  64. Review of GST Charges on Regulatory Fees and Prescription of Non-taxable Fees in Subsidiary Legislation
  65. Economic Contributions of Creative Industries in Past 10 Years and Projected Changes for 2024 and 2025
  66. Importation of Nuclear-generated Energy
  67. Key Factors Driving MNC Relocations and Measures to Address Singapore's Competitiveness
  68. Lessons from Simultaneous Explosion of Foreign-made Telecommunication Devices in Lebanon
  69. Death of Full-time National Serviceman at Pasir Laba Camp on 27 September 2024
  70. Additional Consular Support for Singapore Citizens in Middle East amid Regional Conflict
  71. Measures to Prevent Theft by ICA Officers and Other Staff Members at Singapore Airports
  72. Road Traffic Accidents and Fatality Rates in Past Five Years
  73. Data on and Citizenship Considerations for Stateless Population
  74. Duration of Stay in Singapore for Those Granted Singapore Citizenship and Permanent Residency in 2023
  75. Number of Licence Applications Rejected under Debt Collection Act
  76. Good Class Bungalows Sold to Trust Companies with Foreign Beneficiaries and Purchase Applications Rejected
  77. Individuals Placed under Debt Repayment Scheme and Regulation of Fees Charged by Debt Consulting Services
  78. Orders Issued by Small Claims Tribunals and Average Enforcement Cost for Consumers
  79. Provision of Complimentary Tap Water for Paying Customers at Food and Beverage Establishments
  80. Warning Systems for Extreme Weather Conditions Like Island-wide Damage Caused by Sumatra Squall on 17 September 2024
  81. Measures to Address Bullying in and Out of School and Ensure Student Well-being
  82. Training Programmes Teachers Undergo to Teach High-ability Learners in Primary School and Their Effectiveness
  83. Success from Reframing of SYF Central Judging as SYF Arts Presentation in Achieving Aims for Students and Educators
  84. Additional Resources for Learning Languages of Singaporean Communities to Better Reflect Local Landscape
  85. Data on Social Workers Employed by Public Agencies and Update on Hiring and Retention Rates
  86. Timelines for Establishment of Singapore College of Islamic Studies and First Intake of Students
  87. Schedule for Completion of Active Ageing Centres from Proposed Increase in Budget
  88. Annual Hiring Targets for Healthcare Workers to Meet Projected Size of 82,000 by 2030
  89. Enhancing Mental Health Support Systems in Schools and Availability of Outpatient Psychiatric Services for Youths
  90. Display of Calorie and Nutrition Information in Menus for More Informed Decisions by Consumers
  91. Update on Transition to Planting of More Wind-resistant Trees in View of More Extreme Weather Conditions
  92. Data on Escalator Accidents and Causes and Plans to Build More Lifts in View of Ageing Population
  93. Extension of Multi-Generation Priority Scheme to Include Single Unmarried Children in Joint Applications for BTO Flats
  94. Priority for Senior Residents Relocating to 2-Room Flats or Care Apartments Nearby to Enable Ageing within Community
  95. Criteria in BCA's Selection of Companies Participating in Annual Return of Construction Industry Survey
  96. Injuries to Users of ActiveSG Gyms and Their Age Profile and Measures to Ensure Safe Use of Fitness Equipment
  97. Attendance at Performances, Shows or Exhibitions of Arts Groups Other Than Own Ethnic Group
  98. Inspections Conducted to Ensure Food Delivery Platform Operators Engage Only Singaporeans or PRs as Freelancers
  99. Extension of Maternity Protection to Singaporeans Engaged in Non-standard Forms of Employment
  100. Elderly Singaporeans Living in Bigger HDB Flats Successful in Applications or Appeals for Silver Support Scheme
  101. Plans to Bridge Gap in Current Healthcare Insurance Coverage for Post-retirement Employees
  102. Full-time Resident Employees Aged 25 to 64 Receiving Only Seven Days Paid Annual Leave in First Year of Employment
  103. Current and Projected Wage Convergence Targets for 20th Percentile of Income Earners
  104. Measures to Enhance Resilience and System-wide Response in Light of Recent MRT Disruptions
  105. Current Percentage and Future Plans for All Cycling Lanes to Be Grade-separated from Footpaths
  106. Study on Combined Noise Level from Train Tracks in Choa Chu Kang
  107. Update on Trial for Priority Carriages on MRT for Commuters with Mobility Needs
  108. Enhancements to Existing Safety Measures and Protocols at LTA Worksites