Pritam Singh
2025 - 2 - 17When Politics Gets Weirder: Pritam Singh's Oath of 'Oops!'
pritam singh singapore elections 2025 - guilty verdict - lying under oath - Parliament - Pritam Singh - Raeesah Khan - Singapore politics - Workers' Party - pritam singh singaporeThe drama in Singapore’s political arena unfolds as opposition leader Pritam Singh gets tangled in a lie! Find out what led to this jaw-dropping court ruling!
In a twist straight out of a political thriller, Pritam Singh, the leader of Singapore’s Workers' Party, has found himself at the center of controversy after being found guilty of lying under oath to Parliament. The Singapore court pronounced this verdict just as the country gears up for its next general election—a timing that’s sure to send ripples through the political landscape. With the opposition party already under scrutiny, Pritam's conviction for two counts of lying has raised eyebrows, along with questions about the future of the Workers' Party.
The fines imposed on Singh weren't just a slap on the wrist; he was handed the maximum penalty of S$7,000 (around RM23,000) for each count. While this would usually spell doom for a political figure, it seems the Elections Department has decided to play fair—that is, if you can even call it that! According to their assessment, because the sentences stem from a single offence, Pritam will still be eligible to contest in the upcoming 2025 elections. Talk about a plot twist! Can he bounce back? Only time will tell!
Despite the legal battle, Singh remains steadfast, stating that this verdict will not dampen the morale of the Workers' Party. Intriguingly, he revealed plans to appeal the conviction, hinting that this saga is far from over. In a political environment where every word is weighed like gold, his assertion of “flip-flopping” could be referenced by experts as a classic case of courtroom melodrama! One can only imagine the scripts that political comedians will draft in response to this unfolding narrative.
So, what can we learn from this unusual court ruling? Firstly, it highlights the precarious nature of political integrity. One small slip can lead to grand consequences; however, it also speaks volumes about resilience in politics. Meanwhile, the Workers’ Party will continue to rally and regroup, indicating they still have a bit of fight left in them. And in the world of politics, sometimes a good story can be more memorable than the outcome, proving once again that where there’s politics, there’s always a story worth telling!
Pritam Singh: Singapore opposition leader guilty of lying to parliament (BBC News)
The verdict in Pritam Singh's trial comes as Singapore gears up for its next general election.
ELD confirms sentence imposed on Pritam Singh does not reach ... (The Straits Times)
Disqualification from being an MP is based on the sentence imposed for a single offence, said ELD. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Pritam Singh, Singapore Opposition Leader, Found Guilty of Lying ... (The New York Times)
In a blow to the Workers' Party, its leader, Pritam Singh, was fined for lying under oath to Parliament.
Blow for Singapore opposition as court finds leader Pritam Singh ... (Reuters)
A Singapore court on Monday found opposition party leader Pritam Singh guilty on two counts of lying to parliament, handing down fines that spared him a ...
Pritam Singh sentencing: Workers' Party chief can contest in 2025 ... (CNA)
The Elections Department said the disqualification of an MP is based on a single offence's sentence, and sentences cannot be added together for this ...
Singapore's Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh fined maximum S ... (Malay Mail)
SINGAPORE, Feb 17 — Workers' Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh was sentenced on Monday (Feb 17) to the maximum fine of S$7000 (RM23,000) for each of his two ...
Singapore opposition leader Pritam Singh convicted of lying as ... (Yahoo Singapore News)
Singapore's leader of the opposition Pritam Singh was convicted by a court on lying charges Monday (17 Feb) in a widely watched decision coming months ahead ...
Pritam Singh to appeal conviction and sentence after being fined for ... (CNA)
The case has not affected the morale of the Workers' Party and the party will "fight hard" in the upcoming General Election, says Leader of the Opposition ...
Key quotes from the judge in Pritam Singh's guilty verdict (CNA)
From Pritam Singh's "flip-flopping in court" to Low Thia Khiang's influence on the decision for Raeesah Khan to come clean, CNA identifies key findings from ...
Singapore opposition leader Pritam Singh can still run in election ... (South China Morning Post)
The criminal case against the Workers' Party secretary general stemmed from lies former MP Raeesah Khan told to parliament in 2021.
Pritam Singh found guilty: Five key points from the verdict (The Straits Times)
The WP chief was convicted on two charges of lying under oath to a parliamentary committee. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Pritam Singh found guilty of lying to Committee of Privileges; Home ... (Yahoo Singapore News)
Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh will not be lose his seat as a Member of Parliament (MP), nor will he be disqualified to run in the upcoming general election, ...
Singapore's Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh fined maximum S ... (Malay Mail)
SINGAPORE, Feb 17 — Singapore's opposition leader was fined Monday for lying to parliament while helping a fellow party member cover up a false witness ...
Singapore: Indian-origin politician Pritam Singh fined SGD 14000 for ... (Hindustan Times)
Singapore's Indian-origin leader fined SGD 14000 for lying to parliamentary committee | Latest News India.
Guilty verdict may affect Pritam Singh's reputation, but unlikely to ... (CNA)
Both supporters and detractors would have already formed opinions of the Workers' Party chief, experts said.
ELD confirms sentence imposed on Pritam Singh does not reach ... (Singapore Law Watch)
Workers' Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh, who was fined a total of $14000 for lying to a parliamentary committee, will not lose his seat and be...
Pritam Singh eligible to contest Singapore 2025 election as ... (Malay Mail)
SINGAPORE, Feb 18 — Opposition leader Pritam Singh remains eligible to contest the next General Election, as the sentences for his offences do not meet the ...
ELD confirms sentence imposed on Pritam Singh does not reach ... (Singapore Law Watch)
Workers' Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh, who was fined a total of $14000 for lying to a parliamentary committee, will not lose his seat and be...
WP chief Pritam Singh fined $7000 for each of two charges after ... (Singapore Law Watch)
Workers' Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh has been fined a total of $14000 after a district court found him guilty on two counts of lying under oath...
WP chief Pritam Singh will keep Parliament seat after fine: Speaker (The Straits Times)
Mr Seah Kian Peng's statement reiterated a Feb 17 clarification by the Elections Department. Read more at straitstimes.com.
WP chief Pritam Singh will keep Parliament seat after fine: Speaker (Singapore Law Watch)
Mr Seah's statement reiterated a Feb 17 clarification by the Elections Department.which said Mr Singh would not lose his seat or be banned from standing in ...
ELD confirms sentence imposed on Pritam Singh does not reach ... (Singapore Law Watch)
Workers' Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh, who was fined a total of $14000 for lying to a parliamentary committee, will not lose his seat and be...
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