Singapore Parliament Passes Key Bills, Addresses Police Morale and Sergeant's Death

Former Transport Minister S Iswaran resigns, leaving West Coast seat vacant; charity donations see positive trend.

In Parliament on February 6, 2024, significant legislative actions and discussions took place, including the passing of the Prevention of Proliferation Financing and Other Matters Bill.
Law and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam addressed questions regarding police morale and responded to clarifications on allegations surrounding the death of police sergeant Uvaraja s/o Gopal.
The Administration of Muslim Law (Amendment) Bill and the Criminal Procedure (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill were also passed, with ministers responding to clarifications sought by MPs.
Former Transport Minister S Iswaran resigned as MP, leaving his seat in the electoral division of West Coast vacant.
Charity thrift shops in Singapore report a decrease in junk donations and an increase in overall giving by up to 15%.