Chronology of “electricity price increase” analyses (10 years)?
Increase in electricity tariff I refer to the article “Electricity tariffs set to increase from today” (Straits Times, Apr 1). It states that “Households will…
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Govt’s response to Dr Tan Cheng Bock is – do not require a response?
I refer to the article “Tan Cheng Bock calls for Presidential Election to be open election” (Channel NewsAsia, Mar 31). It states that “Speaking on…
Roadworks’ fees increase by 25 times? – $52m? – Won’t pass to consumers?
Higher road works charges I refer to the article “Higher road works charges from July 1 to reduce traffic disruptions” (Straits Times, Mar 31). No…
S&CC: More rebates + Increase = Pay $71m more?
$120m S&CC rebates I refer to the article “$120 million Service and Conservancy Charges rebates for 880,000 HDB households in 2017” (theonlinecitizen, Mar 30). It…
Disabled’s parents encouraged to put money: Pays -0.8% real %?
Few set up trust fund to care for kin I refer to the article “Few set up trust fund to care for kin with disabilities”…
HDB ($99) eviction of single jobless mother with sick father: Compassionate or heartless?
HDB tells single mother to quit rental flat or pay double rent I refer to the article “HDB gives single mother with no other housing…
Best “Straits Times editorial” ever?
I refer to the editorial “Balance autonomy with accountability” (Straits Times, Mar 23). Best Straits Times editorial ever! This must be the best editorial that…
S’pore No.1 in “talent”, but last in “start-up experience”?
S’pore No. 1 in world for start-up talent I refer to the article “S’pore No. 1 in world for start-up talent: Report” (Straits Times, Mar…
S’poreans’ gambling losses: $2.7b?
I refer to the article “The biggest losers” (The Economist, Mar 18). S’poreans are the 2nd biggest gambling losers in the world? It states that…
Freedom of speech: S’pore in the eyes the world?
I refer to the High Commissioner of Singapore, London’s letter “Free speech in Singapore” (The Economist, Mar 17). It states that ““Grumble and be damned”…