GE2025: In final rallies, opposition parties call on Singapore electorate to vote with hope not 'fear'

SINGAPORE: The police are investigating 13 individuals, aged 13 to 20, for damaging four wheelchairs belonging to the Elections Department Singapore (ELD) at two polling stations in Sengkang and Boon Lay. Preliminary investigations revealed that some individuals used the wheelchairs for racing, with one being thrown in the air. Vandalism could lead to fines of up to S$2,000 or three years' imprisonment, as authorities emphasize zero tolerance for such actions during election periods. Full Article

SINGAPORE: On May 1, eight political parties delivered final campaign messages in broadcasts on television and radio for the General Election. Eligible parties included the National Solidarity Party (NSP) and People’s Power Party (PPP), each advocating for diverse parliamentary representation and innovative policies. NSP's Lee Wei emphasized the need for accountability and affordable living, while PPP’s Thaddeus Thomas called for fresh solutions to housing and healthcare challenges.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nzr_T6Ku7ws Full Article

SINGAPORE: 92 seats will be contested in the upcoming May 3 election, a significant event for Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, marking his first election since assuming office. As the campaign concludes, key moments from the 2025 Singapore General Election are highlighted, including the activities of various political parties and their candidates leading up to Nomination Day on April 23. The election features increased engagement from both the ruling People's Action Party and opposition parties, showcasing...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.SINGAPORE: Red Dot United's (RDU) secretary-general Ravi Philemon criticized the People's Action Party (PAP) for removing MPs from Nee Soon GRC and questioned the rationale behind Minister K Shanmugam's team of new candidates. He defended RDU's slate against claims of being unknown to residents, emphasizing their local ties, and raised concerns about the credibility of candidates like Dr. Syed Harun Alhabsyi. Philemon also responded to PAP ministers' comments...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: The People's Alliance for Reform (PAR) has called for a freeze on new S Passes and barring permanent residents from buying resale HDB flats in its manifesto.The alliance also pledged to "significantly" cut net migration and "ensure that Singaporeans are given priority for jobs".Dubbed...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Campaigning for this year's General Election will cease on Friday (May 2), known as Cooling-off Day, which prohibits all election activities and advertising until polls close on Saturday. The Elections Department (ELD) emphasized the importance of refraining from campaigning behaviors during this period to...