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Yahoo
03-06-2025
- 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
Independent Singapore
31-05-2025
- Business
- Independent Singapore
PAP's Goh Pei Ming is one of the highest election spenders with over S$100K spent, despite getting into Parliament by walkover
SINGAPORE: People's Action Party (PAP) candidate Goh Pei Ming has emerged as the top spender in the first tranche of declared expenses from the 2025 General Election, chalking up S$104,085 on his campaign alone. His spending, more than four times the average of S$25,285 among the 35 candidates who have submitted returns so far, places him well above the rest in a disclosure exercise meant to ensure transparency in political financing. According to figures published by the Elections Department (ELD) on May 28, more than half of Mr Goh's declared expenditure went to non-online election advertising, such as physical banners, posters, pamphlets, and other ground campaign materials. Mr Goh, a former Chief of Staff in the Singapore Armed Forces, contested under the PAP banner in the Marine Parade–Braddell Heights GRC. His team was the only one to win by walkover on Nomination Day, meaning they were elected uncontested. Despite not having to campaign against opposing parties in the polls, the team collectively spent S$388,756 on election-related activities, among the highest totals submitted so far in this year's election cycle. All candidates are required under Singapore law to submit a declaration of their election spending and donations by June 16, as part of efforts to ensure transparency and accountability in political financing. While campaign advertising remained the largest category of expenditure across all submissions, the amount spent by Mr Goh and his team stands out, particularly given the uncontested nature of their win. The remaining 176 candidates who participated in GE2025 have either not yet submitted their returns or are awaiting publication in the Government Gazette. The ELD has made the available declarations accessible via its online portal for public inspection using Singpass credentials.
Malay Mail
30-05-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
PAP's Marine Parade team splurged RM1.28m on Singapore polls campaign despite walkover, seven candidates spent nothing
SINGAPORE, May 30 – The People's Action Party's (PAP) Marine Parade-Braddell Heights team spent S$388,756 (RM1.28 million) during the recent general election, despite winning uncontested, according to the Elections Department's website. CNA reported that the five-member team was among the first 35 candidates to declare their expenses for the May 3 election, and the first group from PAP to do so. Marine Parade-Braddell Heights candidate Goh Pei Ming was the top spender with S$104,085, of which S$52,650 went to non-online advertisements. Former MacPherson MP Tin Pei Ling spent S$84,128. Rounding out the team were Speaker of Parliament Seah Kian Peng (S$74,693), new MP Diana Pang (S$74,437), and former Nee Soon MP Faishal Ibrahim (S$51,413), with the majority of their expenses directed at posters and flyers. Among their materials was a 48-page constituency plan brochure featuring Dr Tan See Leng, who switched to contest Chua Chu Kang Group Representative Constituency (GRC) in a last-minute change from his 2020 Marine Parade candidacy. Candidates must declare their expenses by June 16 to ensure transparency, with limits raised from S$4 to S$5 per elector to adjust for inflation. The Progress Singapore Party (PSP) reported strong early spending, with ten of its 13 candidates each spending over S$30,000. Leong Mun Wai led the party's spending at S$36,041 for his West Coast-Jurong West campaign. Independent candidates Jeremy Tan and Darryl Lo spent S$16,075 and S$12,213 respectively, with Tan allocating more than half to his solo rally. Red Dot United's (RDU) Kala Manickam recorded S$1,365 in disputed claims, covering food, transport, and flyer costs, which she paid out-of-pocket due to a lack of donations. RDU said its election expense processes followed electoral regulations. Disputed claims arise when an election agent does not settle a candidate's expenses within 28 days. Lower spenders included RDU's Ben Puah, who declared S$109 in expenses and S$280 in non-recordable donations, and the People's Power Party's Samuel Lee, who spent S$100. Seven candidates reported spending nothing at all, including members from RDU, the Singapore Democratic Party, the Singapore Democratic Alliance, and the Singapore People's Party.
The Star
26-05-2025
- The Star
Safe clubbing campaign returns in Singapore but molestation and fights in nightspots continue to be concerns
The campaign was launched by Goh Pei Ming (third from left), Minister of State for Home Affairs and for Social and Family Development. -- PHOTO: LIANHE ZAOBAO SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/ANN): Despite fewer molestation cases and fights at nightlife venues, the return of the Safe Clubbing Campaign for its fifth year underscores ongoing concerns. The annual initiative organised by the Singapore Police Force and National Crime Prevention Council aims to promote responsible and moderate drinking habits while enjoying a night out. With the tagline 'Celebrate Right, Enjoy Responsibly', the 2025 campaign was launched on May 26 at live music venue HaveFun LiveShow at Bugis+ by Goh Pei Ming, Minister of State for Home Affairs and for Social and Family Development. As part of the campaign, Safe Clubbing drink coasters will be distributed to 209 public entertainment outlets islandwide. These coasters feature safety reminders and a QR code linking to the Safe Clubbing Challenge mobile game launched in 2024. Advisory videos conveying key safety messages – such as respecting boundaries and staying calm to defuse potentially tense situations – will also be shown at nightspots. The videos feature local media personalities such as Li Nanxing, Constance Song, Vivian Lai, Evelyn Tan and Darren Lim. Goh said: 'No one will want to visit a public entertainment outlet hoping to have a good night out, only to end up injured, or to become a victim of crime. 'Public entertainment outlets with such reputation will probably find it more difficult to draw in customers. So, it makes good business sense, too, to work hand-in-hand and have measures in place to ensure that all Singaporeans looking for a night out will have a safe and enjoyable experience.' The police said outrage of modesty cases in the first quarter of the year declined by more than 34 per cent compared with the same period in 2024, dropping from 29 to 19. Similarly, cases involving rioting, affray, disorderly behaviour and serious hurt at nightspots saw a slight drop from 14 cases during the first three months of 2024 to 12 cases during the same period in 2025. This is a shift from the trends in 2024, when the campaign was held amid rising molestation cases and fights at nightspots. Previous versions of this campaign were also held in 2018, 2019 and 2023. Acknowledging the decline, Goh said: 'While the data is encouraging, such cases remain a concern, particularly outrage of modesty. In particular, these cases in and around public entertainment outlets still make up about 7 per cent of total cases nationwide last year.' In 2024, 103 out of 1,427 outrage of modesty cases occurred at nightspots. 'Fights at nightspots also continue to occur,' said Superintendent Randy Chua, commanding officer of Marina Bay Neighbourhood Police Centre. 'Through this campaign, we are reinforcing our collaboration with industry partners to create a safe and respectful environment for all,' he added. - The Straits Times/ANN
Straits Times
26-05-2025
- Straits Times
Safe clubbing campaign returns as molestation, fights in nightspots continue to be concerns
The campaign was launched by Mr Goh Pei Ming (third from left), Minister of State for Home Affairs and for Social and Family Development. PHOTO: LIANHE ZAOBAO Safe clubbing campaign returns as molestation, fights in nightspots continue to be concerns SINGAPORE – Despite fewer molestation cases and fights at nightlife venues, the return of the Safe Clubbing Campaign for its fifth year underscores ongoing concerns. The annual initiative organised by the Singapore Police Force and National Crime Prevention Council aims to promote responsible and moderate drinking habits while enjoying a night out. With the tagline 'Celebrate Right, Enjoy Responsibly', the 2025 campaign was launched on May 26 at live music venue HaveFun LiveShow at Bugis+ by Mr Goh Pei Ming, Minister of State fo r Home Affairs and fo r Social and Family Development. As part of the campaign, Safe Clubbing drink coasters will be distributed to 209 public entertainment outlets islandwide. These coasters feature safety reminders and a QR code linking to the Safe Clubbing Challenge mobile game launched in 2024. Advisory videos conveying key safety messages – such as respecting boundaries and staying calm to defuse potentially tense situations – will also be shown at nightspots. The videos feature local media personalities such as Li Nanxing, Constance Song, Vivian Lai, Evelyn Tan and Darren Li m . Mr Goh said: 'No one will want to visit a public entertainment outlet hoping to have a good night out, only to end up injured, or to become a victim of crime. 'Public entertainment outlets with such reputation will probably find it more difficult to draw in customers. So, it makes good business sense, too, to work hand-in-hand and have measures in place to ensure that all Singaporeans looking for a night out will have a safe and enjoyable experience.' T he police said outrage of modesty cases in the first quarter of the year declined by more than 34 per cent compared with the same period in 2024, dropping from 29 to 19. Similarly, cases involving rioting, affray, disorderly behaviour and serious hurt at nightspots saw a slight drop from 14 cases during the first three months of 2024 to 12 cases during the same period in 2025. This is a shift from the trends in 2024, when the campaign was held amid rising molestation cases and fights at nightspots. Previous versions of this campaign were also held in 2018, 2019 and 2023. Acknowledging the decline, Mr Goh said: 'While the data is encouraging, such cases remain a concern, particularly outrage of modesty. In particular, these cases in and around public entertainment outlets still make up about 7 per cent of total cases nationwide last year.' In 2024, 103 out of 1,427 outrage of modesty cases occurred at nightspots. 'Fights at nightspots also continue to occur,' said Superintendent Randy Chua, commanding officer of Marina Bay Neighbourhood Police Centr e. 'Through this campaign, we are reinforcing our collaboration with industry partners to create a safe and respectful environment for all,' he added. Join ST's WhatsApp Channel and get the latest news and must-reads.
