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Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Election expenses open for inspection from May 28
SINGAPORE - The election expenses of candidates who contested the May 3 General Election can be inspected at the Elections Department (ELD) from May 28. Candidates are required under the law to submit their election expenses – listing how much they spent and what the money was used for – to ensure accountability and transparency of campaign finances. They have to do so within 31 days of the election result being published in the Government Gazette, which was done on May 16. For now, 35 candidates have submitted their returns and declarations, ELD said in a statement on May 27. These include Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs and Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs Faishal Ibrahim, newly minted Minister of State for Home Affairs and Social and Family Development Goh Pei Ming, and Speaker of Parliament Seah Kian Peng. Others who have submitted their returns are Progress Singapore Party chief and former Non-Constituency MP Leong Mun Wai, as well as independent candidates Darryl Lo, who contested Radin Mas, and Jeremy Tan, who contested Mountbatten. The records will be available for inspection for six months from the date the submissions are announced in the Gazette. The law imposes a ceiling on the amount that a candidate contesting an election can spend, so as to ensure a level playing field and to prevent money politics. This time round, candidates in the general election could spend a maximum of $5 for each registered voter, up from $4 previously, to account for inflation. The last time the limit was revised was in 2015. Spending more than the maximum amount stipulated is against the law. People who wish to inspect candidates' election expenses can do so by logging into ELD's digital service using their Singpass. Source: The Straits Times © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction Discover how to enjoy other premium articles here
CNA
3 days ago
- General
- CNA
Faishal Ibrahim 'agrees with' ex-Israeli PM that Israel is committing war crimes in Gaza
SINGAPORE: Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim said on Saturday (May 31) that he agreed with former Israeli prime minister Ehud Olmert's view that Israel is committing war crimes in Gaza. Mr Olmert was Israel's prime minister between 2006 and 2009, and was succeeded by Benjamin Netanyahu, who is the country's current leader. He had penned an opinion piece for Israeli news outlet Haaretz titled "Enough Is Enough. Israel Is Committing War Crimes". Associate Professor Faishal said: "I have often shared my views about the humanitarian disaster in Gaza. Former Israeli prime minister Ehud Olmert himself has said Israel is committing war crimes in Gaza. "It pains me to say this, considering Israel's contributions to Singapore in our early years. But I think we need to be frank. I fear an increasing number of people worldwide will agree with Mr Olmert, including myself." "DEEPLY PAINFUL" SITUATION "In recent years, the focus in the Middle East has been Palestine," Assoc Prof Faishal said, adding: "The situation there, especially in Gaza, is deeply painful. The suffering of the Palestinian civilians in the occupied territories, including children, is unbearable." Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Friday that Israel may be breaching international law by restricting humanitarian aid to Gaza. In a joint press conference with French President Emmanuel Macron, Mr Wong said that Israel's response to the Hamas attack on Oct 7, 2023, had "gone too far" and that its actions had caused a "terrible humanitarian disaster". "In our opinion, it may even be a likely breach of international humanitarian law. So it cannot be justified," he said. Assoc Prof Faishal said: "(Mr Wong) said plainly that Israel has gone too far in its actions. "In particular, the restrictions it has imposed on the delivery of humanitarian supplies to Gaza are completely unacceptable. In the opinion of the Singapore government, Israel's actions are likely to be in breach of international humanitarian law." Assoc Prof Faishal also noted that the government had joined other countries in strongly urging an immediate ceasefire, the protection of civilian lives, the return of hostages and the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid. He added that he was "thankful that leaders like Madam Halimah Yacob have spoken about the crisis in Gaza and have helped all Singaporeans think of the tragedy with compassion and grace".
International Business Times
3 days ago
- General
- International Business Times
Singapore: Over 75 Residents Evacuated After Fire Breaks Out at Coffee Shop in Ubi
At least 76 residents were evacuated after a fire broke out at a coffee shop in Ubi on Friday night, May 30. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said that the fire took place at about 11.35 pm at Block 301 Ubi Avenue 1. The fire involved the contents of a food stall on the first floor of a coffee shop. The heat and smoke caused damage to a few other stalls as well. According to the SCDF, a person was transferred to Singapore General Hospital after being examined for smoke inhalation. MP for Marine Parade-Braddell Heights GRC Faishal Ibrahim shared a Facebook post about the incident and thanked the SCDF for its swift response. He added that inhabitants on the third and fourth floors of the block were permitted to return home at around 1.40 am. The cause of fire is still under investigation.
CNA
3 days ago
- General
- CNA
Residents evacuated after fire breaks out at Ubi coffee shop
SINGAPORE: Residents of a Housing Board block at Ubi Avenue 1 were evacuated late Friday (May 30) after a fire broke out, with some people reporting an explosion. The incident happened at Block 301, Ubi Avenue 1, where some residents were evacuated as a safety precaution. According to a volunteer at the Residents Network at Ubi Blk 318, Mr Shawn Ho, the fire started in the coffee shop at the base of Block 301. Member of Parliament of Marine Parade-Braddell Heights GRC Faishal Ibrahim said in a Facebook post that the fire was put out swiftly by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF). He said that 76 residents were evacuated. A resident, who identified herself as Ms Ng, said her flat was hit by a blackout at about 11.45pm. She told CNA: "We felt calm because we didn't see any flames, we just saw a big cloud of smoke coming from the coffeeshop area." 'Before the explosion, we already heard the siren.' Another resident, Mr Zulkifli, said he was in his kitchen when he smelled the smoke. "When I went down, there was still no fire. Shortly after, there was a small fire, and a big fire, and then an explosion. The whole block tripped after that," he said. Residents at Touch Ubi hostel, a residential training hostel for adults with mild intellectual disabilities located next to the coffeeshop, were evacuated as well. Ms Irene Nant, a hostel employee, said there were three care staff members and six residents at the hostel. She said the residents were woken up by care staff at 11.45pm and the emergency light in the room was switched on. Smoke was also spotted outside the hostel. Said Ms Nant: 'The safety of our clients is the first priority and I felt scared and worried.' 'We're feeling relieved that we got all our clients downstairs. At least we're all safe,' she added. At about 1.40am, some residents were told by the Singapore Civil Defence Force that they could return to their flats, and unit numbers were read out. Assoc Prof Faishal was at the scene after he was alerted to the incident close to midnight. "These are my residents and I think given the opportunity to come and also help out to meet their needs, it's very critical," he said.
Malay Mail
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
‘We're in this together': Singapore Malay-Muslim success a collective effort, says acting Muslim affairs chief
SINGAPORE, May 26 — The success of Singapore's Malay/Muslim community must be a shared mission, the republic's acting minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim said. Faishal stressed the importance of working closely with the M3, a collaboration between Singapore's Islamic Religious Council (Muis), its Council for the Education of Muslim Children (Mendaki), and the Malay Activity Executive Committees Council, under Singapore statutory board People's Association to promote social, cultural and community cohesion. 'We're in this together,' he was quoted by the Straits Times of telling reporters yesterday during Cyclation 2025, a community cycling event organised by Wisma Geylang Serai where he also serves as lead adviser. He called on all segments of the community to play a role and 'create closer, more effective networks to work towards the community's success'. Every individual, he said, should feel they have a stake in shaping the community's future. 'We want to give space for them to share their views, share their aspirations on how we can shape a successful Malay/Muslim community,'Faishal was quoted as saying. He noted that this engagement is especially vital now as the global climate becomes more challenging. Faishal took over the ministerial role on May 21 from Masagos Zulkifli, who held the portfolio since 2018. Cyclation 2025 was part of SG60 Bersama, a series of celebrations marking the Malay-Muslim community's contributions to Singapore on its 60th anniversary of independence. Some 90 cyclists participated in the 15km route. Faisal said the Gerak-Gerak Geylang, a free weekend fitness programme, is an example of Muslim success, adding that this kind of engagement is an extension of his political journey, which began in 2006 as an MP for Marine Parade GRC. Faishal said such inclusive engagement will ultimately benefit all communities in Singapore. 'I would like to listen. I would like to see how your suggestions can contribute to the development of the Malay/Muslim community. 'I think what is key is that we are in this together, and I hope to bring as many people on board this journey,' he was quoted as saying.
