Parliamentary business

1,193 debates and bills about parliamentary business

7 Feb 2013

Extension of a Sitting

Mdm Speaker proposed extending today's sitting by up to 30 minutes beyond the usual interruption time to complete business.
The extension was justified under Standing Order No 2(5)(d) to allow for the completion of parliamentary agenda.
No objections or further debate were recorded in the provided transcripts.
The motion was put forward formally by the Speaker without additional commentary from other members.

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7 Feb 2013

Time Limit for Minister Tan Chuan-Jin's Speech

Prime Minister's Office Minister Lim Swee Say sought consent to exempt Acting Minister Tan Chuan-Jin's speech from the time limit under Standing Order 48(8).
The Speaker consented and asked Members for general assent, which was indicated and recorded.
A resolution was moved and agreed to, formally exempting the proceedings for Minister Tan Chuan-Jin's speech from the time limit.

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6 Feb 2013

Adjournment

Dr. Ng Eng Hen moved a resolution for Parliament to adjourn until 12:30 pm the following day.
The motion was approved, leading to the adjournment of the session at 7:10 pm.
The debate was brief, with no other speakers or content presented.

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6 Feb 2013

Adjournment of Debate

The Leader of the House moved to adjourn the debate, and the Deputy Speaker consented.
The motion to adjourn the debate was formally resolved and adopted.
The Deputy Speaker inquired about the resumption date, and the Leader of the House proposed tomorrow.
The Deputy Speaker confirmed that the debate would resume tomorrow.

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6 Feb 2013

Extension of a Sitting

Deputy Speaker proposed extending the sitting by up to 30 minutes to complete business, citing Standing Order No 2(5)(d).
The extension was to allow more time for parliamentary proceedings without interruption.
No objections or further debates were recorded on this motion.

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5 Feb 2013

Adjournment

Mr Lui Tuck Yew moved for Parliament to adjourn until 12.30 pm the following day.
The motion was resolved and passed.
Parliament was adjourned at 7.21 pm.

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5 Feb 2013

Adjournment of Debate

Mr Lui Tuck Yew moved to adjourn the debate, which was approved by the Deputy Speaker.
The Deputy Speaker inquired about the resumption date, and Mr Lui Tuck Yew proposed tomorrow.
The Deputy Speaker confirmed the adjournment until the next day.

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5 Feb 2013

Extension of a Sitting

The Deputy Speaker proposed extending the sitting by up to 30 minutes under Standing Order No 2(5)(d) to complete business.
Ms Jessica Tan was given the floor to resume her speech following the extension proposal.
The extension aimed to allow uninterrupted completion of the day's scheduled parliamentary matters.

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5 Feb 2013

Time Limit for Speeches

Dr Ng Eng Hen requested and obtained consent to remove the time limit for Minister Grace Fu’s speech.
Mdm Speaker approved the request and sought general assent from hon Members.
Hon Members indicated assent, leading to a formal resolution exempting the speech from time restrictions.
The resolution specifically exempts Minister Grace Fu’s speech from Standing Order 48(8).

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4 Feb 2013

Adjournment

The motion to adjourn Parliament until 12:30 pm the next day was moved by Dr. Ng Eng Hen.
The motion was passed without debate, and Parliament was adjourned at 7:14 pm.
The adjournment was procedural, with no substantive discussion on other matters.

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4 Feb 2013

Adjournment of Debate

Dr Ng Eng Hen moved to adjourn the debate, which was resolved by the House.
Mdm Speaker asked when the debate would resume.
Dr Ng Eng Hen proposed resuming the debate tomorrow.
Mdm Speaker confirmed the adjournment and the resumption date.

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4 Feb 2013

Extension of a Sitting

Mdm Speaker proposed extending the day's sitting by up to 30 minutes beyond the interruption to complete business under Standing Order No 2(5)(d).
Dr Intan was called to proceed with her speech following the extension proposal.
The extension was framed as a procedural measure to facilitate completion of the day's legislative agenda.

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4 Feb 2013

Time Limit for Deputy Prime Minister's Speech

The Leader of the House, Dr Ng Eng Hen, sought and obtained consent from the Speaker and general assent from Members to exempt the Deputy Prime Minister's upcoming speech from the time limit under Standing Order 48(8).
The Speaker confirmed her consent and polled the House for assent, which was granted by the Hon Members.
A formal resolution was passed to exempt the proceedings on the next item from the time limit provision specifically for the Deputy Prime Minister's speech.

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4 Feb 2013

Administration of Oath

The Speaker called for the administration of the Oath of Allegiance to a new Member.
Ms. Lee Li Lian (Punggol East) took and subscribed to the Oath of Allegiance.
Following the oath, the Speaker moved the session to Questions for Oral Answer.

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14 Jan 2013

Adjournment

The Parliament resolved to adjourn to a date to be fixed, as proposed by Dr Ng Eng Hen.
The debate concluded with the adjournment at 6.13 pm.
No substantive discussions or votes occurred; the motion was procedural and passed unanimously.

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14 Jan 2013

Election of Speaker

Parliament congratulated Halimah Yacob on her historic election as the first female Speaker, praising her extensive experience as a union leader, MP, and Minister of State, and expressing confidence in her ability to preside impartially over debates on national challenges like aging populations and economic competition.
Members acknowledged the resignation of former Speaker Michael Palmer due to an improper relationship, commending his service while emphasizing the need for MPs to uphold high ethical standards, and extended wishes for his personal recovery.
Speakers from both sides of the House expressed strong support for Halimah Yacob, highlighting her advocacy for workers, women, and vulnerable groups, and her role in breaking the glass ceiling, while pledging to maintain decorum and focus on key issues like the Population White Paper and Budget.

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14 Jan 2013

Election of Speaker

Denise Phua proposed Mdm Halimah Yacob as Speaker, which was seconded by Christopher de Souza.
With only one proposal, the Clerk declared Mdm Halimah Yacob duly elected as Speaker.
Mdm Speaker then took her seat and the Mace was placed on the Table.

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14 Jan 2013

Resignation of Speaker

The Clerk announced that Mr Michael Palmer resigned from his Punggol East seat on 12 December 2012, causing his parliamentary seat and the Speaker’s office to become vacant under the Constitution.
The Clerk noted that Members were informed of the resignation on the same day it occurred.
The Clerk stated that Parliament must now elect a new Speaker to fill the vacant office.

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16 Nov 2012

Adjournment

Mr. Gan Kim Yong moved for Parliament to adjourn to a date to be fixed.
The motion was passed, and Parliament was adjourned at 5:20 pm.
The adjournment sets the next sitting to be determined at a later time.

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15 Nov 2012

Adjournment

Mr Gan Kim Yong proposed the motion for Parliament to adjourn.
The debate centered on the resolution to conclude the session.
The motion was passed, and the session ended at 6.03 pm.

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