Standardised Protocols for Reporting, Investigating and Providing Support for Cases of Bullying and Harassment in Institutes of Higher Learning

Mr Melvin Yong Yik Chye asked the Minister for Education whether the Ministry has issued guidelines to Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) on (i) minimum standards or expectations when handling cases of bullying and harassment and (ii) standardised protocols for the reporting and investigation of such cases, protection and support of victims, and disciplinary action against perpetrators.

This question has been addressed by the Ministry of Education's answer to Written Parliamentary Question No 40 on 9 September 2026. [Please refer to "Oversight and Standardisation of Anti-bullying and Anti-harassment Policies Across Institutes of Higher Learning and Protocols for Victim Protection and Disciplinary Action", Official Report, 9 September 2026, Vol 96, Issue 36, Written Answers to Questions section.]