PGP – Good intentions thwarted in implementation process
As a member of the pioneer generation, I was delighted when the Government announced a slew of benefits under the Pioneer Generation Package. Last month, I went to see my Community Health Assist Scheme-registered dentist and paid only $25 out of a $70 bill. I left the dentist feeling that old age has its perks after all, thanks...
Constitution – Checks and balances prevent power abuse
Assistant Professor Jaclyn Neo argued against the basic features doctrine in the Constitution ("Should constitutional principles be eternal?"; last Saturday). In essence, she contended that there are no features in the Constitution so fundamental that they cannot be altered; to declare otherwise would be undemocratic. Let us...
Lawsoc: Reduced lawyer’s bill doesn’t mean overcharging
Much ink has been spilt following recent claims of overcharging by lawyers representing the Singapore Medical Council ("Medical, legal professions need to clear the air" by Dr Jeremy Lim Fung Yen, Oct 3; and "Legal profession's unregulated pricing structure" by Mr Philip Williams, last Saturday). Without commenting on specific...
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