Health Minister Ong Ye Kung 'dismayed' at company's S$52,000 monthly rental bid for Tampines clinic

SINGAPORE: Health Minister Ong Ye Kung expressed concern over a healthcare company’s S$52,188 monthly rental bid for a clinic in Tampines, stating it could increase healthcare costs and does not guarantee quality service. Recent bids for clinics ranged significantly lower, highlighting the issue of rising rents in healthcare. The Ministry of Health plans to implement a new tender approach focusing on quality of care, ensuring affordable healthcare options in the community.