PM Wong celebrates DPM Heng's legacy as he retires from politics; Harbourfront Centre escalator steps dislodge after stroller wheels get caught: Singapore live news
PM Wong celebrates DPM Heng's legacy as he retires from politics; Harbourfront Centre escalator steps dislodge after stroller wheels get caught: Singapore live news
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Tuesday (6 May) penned a valedictory letter to Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat, thanking him for his contributions to politics and celebrating his legacy.
"Your entire working life – over four decades – has been dedicated to serving Singapore and Singaporeans... In every role, you brought rigour and dedication – mastering every policy detail and working tirelessly to shape a better future for Singapore," wrote PM Wong.
Escalator steps at Harbourfront Centre were dislodged on 4 May after a stroller wheel got caught between two steps.
A woman and her baby were involved in the incident but both were unharmed. According to a spokesperson for Mapletree, the real estate development company that manages the mall, no injuries were reported from the incident, which had occurred at around 2pm.
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