Motion on Pritam appears to be imposing a further political penalty on top of legal one: Gerald Giam

0 January 14, 2026 06:33

The Workers’ Party MP Gerald Giam responded to the motion in parliament to consider the suitability of Pritam Singh to continue as Leader of the Opposition after his conviction for lying.

“The legal process has concluded. Mr Singh has been sentenced and has paid his fines. By seeking to remove his position as leader of the opposition, this motion appears to be imposing a further political penalty on top of a legal one,” he said.

“The outcome of this motion may be a foregone conclusion due to the mathematical reality of this House, but the moral weight of the decision rests on every member, regardless of Parliament’s decision. The Workers’ Party will continue our work on the ground. We will let our commitment to our service and our service to our constituents speak for themselves,” he added.

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