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CNA
2 hours ago
- Politics
- CNA
Singapore government, Regent of Johor agree to swap land parcels near Botanic Gardens
The Singapore government and the Regent of Johor have agreed to swap land parcels at Holland Road. Authorities say the swap is to ensure any development plans he has will be further away from the Singapore Botanic Gardens UNESCO World Heritage Site and cause the least disruption. Charlotte Lim with more.
CNA
2 days ago
- CNA
Priority is to strengthen transport networks, reduce travelling time: Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow
Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow says his priority will be to cut down travel time for Singaporeans, especially those living far from the city. For instance, Tengah and Brickland residents will see a new trunk service begin this August, improving connectivity to transport nodes. It's one of eight new bus services to ply the towns by the end of next year. Mr Siow adds that connectivity in the area will also improve when the Jurong Region Line is completed in the next few years. He also expects autonomous shuttles to be used within Tengah in the next five years. Mr Siow was speaking to the media for the first time in his new role. Charlotte Lim with more.
CNA
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- CNA
Authorities detect over 180 violations by heavy goods vehicles over three-day enforcement blitz
Industries that use heavy goods vehicles say technology and continuous education are ways to improve road safety. That's as authorities detected more than 180 violations among such vehicles over three days this week. Offences included speeding, using a mobile phone while driving, and overloaded vehicles. Charlotte Lim with more.
CNA
22-04-2025
- Politics
- CNA
GE2025: Higher COE prices, rail reliability may weigh on voters' minds, say analysts
The reliability of the train system and higher COE prices could weigh on voters' minds as Singapore heads to the polls soon. This is according to analysts, who say that these have emerged as hot button issues. Charlotte Lim tells us more about why these topics matter to Singaporeans and what they expect.
