Water: Yet another new reason that does not ‘hold water’?
I refer to the article “Water is critical to nation’s survival, says DPM Teo, in outlining Singapore’s strategic approach” (Straits Times, Mar 4). It states…
10 price increase last 9 months: Govt keeping close eye on business costs?
I refer to the article “Government is keeping a close eye on business costs, economy: Lim Hng Kiang” (Channel NewsAsia, Mar 3). Govt “keeping a…
Appointing AG: Difference between S’pore & USA, UK & Australia?
I refer to the article “Indranee: ‘Perfectly acceptable’ for Attorney-Generals to be politicians in some countries” (Yahoo News, Mar 3). It states that “Many countries…
Water: Yet another new reason – pay sewerage development?
I refer to the article “Water fees ‘cover only PUB ops and asset depreciation’” (Straits Times, Mar 3). It states that “The money that people…
Water: Other countries – losses, S’pore – profits?
The debate on the water price increase continues? With the ongoing debate and discussion on the increase in water prices, and arguably almost daily statements…
Water: Can’t tell you because of “commercial sensitivities”?
I refer to the article “Counter-intuitive to give rebates for saving water: Masagos” (Channel NewAsia, Mar 1). It states that “On Wednesday, fellow WP MP…
Worse dictator in the world keeps coming to S’pore?
I refer to the article “Zimbabwe’s Mugabe flies to Singapore for medical checks” (Channel NewsAsia, Mar 2). It states that “HARARE: Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe…
Water: Priced right because “a critical asset” – don’t make sense?
I refer to the article “Water a critical asset that must be priced right, say ministers” (Straits Times, Mar 2). It states that “Water is…
BBC Hardtalk: “People would be saying terrible things about their government”?
I refer to the Prime Minister’s interview on the BBC Hardtalk programme. Media reports have reported the following: “If (Singapore) was such a miserable place,…
Budget Cash Surplus 2005-14: $190b – MPs call for fiscal prudence?
Budget: Need for fiscal prudence I refer to the article “Budget 2017: Need for fiscal prudence, even as Govt helps workers and businesses, say MPs”…