PAPERCUTSCommittee of Supply – Head P (Ministry of Home Affairs)
- Members raised concerns about manpower shortages, recruitment, and retention for the Home Team, questioning if current resources are sufficient to handle cybercrime, terrorism, and public order incidents.
- There was a focus on the rising threat of cybercrime, with questions about training for police officers, public education, and the balance between security and privacy in new initiatives like the Cyber Security Agency.
- The debate highlighted challenges in border security and checkpoint management, including handling increasing passenger volumes and transnational threats, while seeking updates on the Integrated Checkpoints Command.
- Speakers questioned the effectiveness of rehabilitation and job assistance for ex-offenders, given a high recidivism rate, and asked what more could be done to help them reintegrate into society.
- Concerns were raised about Singapore's preparedness for lone-wolf terrorism and the need for community vigilance, as well as the safeguards and oversight for government surveillance to protect citizens' privacy.