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Religion, race & rights

1,340 debates and bills about religion, race & rights

10 Sep 2026

Data on Number of Unselected Sale of Balance Flats due to Ethnic Integration Policy Quota over Past Five Years and Review of Quota Policy

No data on SBF flats unselected due to EIP quotas; effect cannot be isolated.
EIP quotas retained to ensure HDB blocks reflect Singapore's multi-ethnic character.

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10 Sep 2026

Extending Working Mother's Child Relief and Parenthood Tax Rebate to Unwed Working Mothers

MP asked whether tax reliefs extend to unwed working mothers; minister said review is ongoing.
Fewer than five submissions addressed these tax measures; recommendations arrive early 2027.
Submitters' marital status wasn't disclosed, so unwed mothers' submission count is unknown.

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10 Sep 2026

Differences by Firm Size on Ability to Accommodate TG-FWAR Requests and Main Operational Barriers Faced by SMEs

MOM lacks data on SME flexible work accommodation due to no mandatory reporting.
Survey shows fewer SMEs than non-SMEs offer flexible arrangements.
SMEs face lean staffing barriers; grants support job redesign and scheduling.

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10 Sep 2026

Addressing Gaps Between Interest in Religious Learning and Actual Participation in Part-time Islamic Education

Study on religious learning participation gaps is ongoing; findings due later this year.
MUIS will work with Islamic Education Workgroup to address community needs.
More details will be shared once study results are ready.

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10 Sep 2026

Continuation of Financial Support to SMEs That Are Offering Students with Disabilities Internship Placements

No wage support for internships; broader hiring subsidies remain for SMEs.
SG Enable partners institutes of higher learning and employers to facilitate placements.
Enabling Employment Credit and Open Door Programme support inclusive hiring.

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10 Sep 2026

Housing Support for Families with Members with Special Needs

Government affirms support for families caring for persons with disabilities through existing housing schemes.
Assistance includes proximity grants, home modification subsidies, assistive tech, and community living services.

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10 Sep 2026

Effectiveness of Age-assurance Requirements for Social Media Services

Minister deferred specifics to written reply; platform negotiations ongoing, citing mature age-assurance technologies.
Youth engagement showed support for tiered safeguards rather than total exclusion; feedback will shape framework.

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10 Sep 2026

Criteria to Distinguish Prohibited Political Advocacy from Expressions of Humanitarian Concern in Assessing Artists’ Conduct Relating to International Conflicts

Humanitarian concern by artists is not prohibited; the line is crossed when it threatens public order, security, or allows foreigners to advance political causes in Singapore.
Assessments are contextual, considering intent and likely impact, with examples of approved performances addressing conflicts like Israel-Gaza.
Artists are encouraged to engage Singapore's media regulator early for clarity on licensing conditions.

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9 Sep 2026

Measurable Workplace Mental Health Outcomes from Well-Being Champions Network and Addressing Career Disadvantage and Workplace Stigma

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9 Sep 2026

Addressing Retirement Adequacy Gap Faced by Women Caregivers

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9 Sep 2026

Assessing "First to Board, First to Use" Shared Priority Bays for Mobility Aid Users and Young Child in Strollers

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9 Sep 2026

Data on Costs Covered by Assistive Technology Fund Subsidy and Median Age of Recipients Reaching Lifetime Cap, and Review of $40,000 Cap for Recurring Replacement Needs

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9 Sep 2026

Data on Gender Differences in Age Well SG Active Ageing Programme Participation and New Strategies to Increase Engagement Among Elderly Men

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9 Sep 2026

Consultations with Wheelchair Users for "First to Board, First to Use" Shared Priority Bay Pilot on Public Bus Services

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9 Sep 2026

Graciousness Campaign on Public Transport to Focus on People on Personal Mobility Aids, Families with Children and People with Special Needs

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9 Sep 2026

Incorporating Successful Practices from SPARk Clinic Into Mainstream Primary Healthcare

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9 Sep 2026

Impact of Means-testing for Disability Schemes on Continuity of Support as Recipients' Incomes or Circumstances Change

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9 Sep 2026

Legal Protections for National Servicemen against Workplace Discrimination arising from National Service Obligations

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9 Sep 2026

Employment Pathways for Singaporeans who are Unable to Transition into New Occupations with Accelerating AI Adoption

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9 Sep 2026

Guidance for Muslims who Turn To Generative AI for Religious Answers

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