The Aljunied GRC MP raised concerns about the government's advertising strategy, citing HDB's BTO advertisement. Why is he concerned? Read more here.
Senior Minister of State for Communications and Information Tan Kiat How and Workers' Party (WP) Member of Parliament (MP) Leon Perera debated in parliament ...
On the MND advertisement in particular, Tan explained that it is about telling Singaporeans factually about some of the upcoming BTO launches, and some examples of how they can apply the CPF grants. "But what is the public interest served here? In reply, Tan said that these advertisements made sure that Singaporeans understand the facts, and also aim to encourage good behaviours among Singaporeans and benefit the communities. But is this necessary? Is there a need to raise awareness? "The Government has to ensure that our messages reach out to all Singaporeans", Tan said, adding that the government wants to "make sure that they fully benefit from all the government programmes and initiatives that we roll out".