“Improvements have been made in MOE schools over the past two decades, with the introduction of SEN officers, trained school teachers, learning support programmes and resource packages, and the Special Education Fund for tertiary level students. Nonetheless, there are still gaps in meeting the needs of these students. Calls have made for better equipping of teachers,”
Read More“As the threats that we face become increasingly complex in wars that are fought not only in physical but also in cyberspace, Singaporeans’ commitment to a strong defense is now more important than ever.”
Read More“Such a movement not only helps foster volunteerism among public officers, it also improves their understanding of ground issues.”
Read MoreRaised three points on Budget 2024 in Parliament on Feb 26.
Read MoreYesterday in Parliament, I highlighted the need to protect the rights and well-being of the vulnerable in our criminal justice system.
Read MoreSupporting this Bill is strategic and will offer Singapore the opportunity to punch above its weight, influencing global thinking and policy making.
Read MoreParliamentary questions raised during the 5 July 2023 sitting on an update on enhancements to single room shared facilities initiative, with responses from Minister for National Development, Mr Desmond Lee.
Read MoreParliamentary questions raised during the 6 July 2023 sitting on plans under Healthier SG for younger persons with disabilities, with responses from Senior Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Social and Family Development, Mr Eric Chua.
Read MoreParliamentary questions raised during the 3 July 2023 sitting on plans under Healthier SG for younger persons with disabilities, with responses from Senior Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Health, Ms Rahayu Mahzam.
Read MoreParliamentary question raised during the 3 July 2023 sitting on the rental of 26 Ridout Road, with responses from Prime Minister, Mr Lee Hsien Loong.
Read MoreOn Maintenance of Parents Act and more.
Read MoreGlad to be representing Singapore together with Ambassador Tan Soo Khoon, Rahayu Mahzam, Sylvia Lim and Chong Kee Hiong.
Read MoreSingapore has done the best it could, under the challenging circumstances brought about by COVID-19. With hindsight, let us better include the voice of the disabled and their proxies such as their families and advocates, so that we can better support Persons with Disabilities in future pandemics.
Read MoreThe Government can certainly better support charities, one of their key partners in meeting the needs of society.
Read MoreHow can we persuade the rest of the Government to adopt a universal design approach to service planning so that the disabled will not be considered, only as an afterthought?
Read MoreFor ComLink to be successful, there must be clarity, competence and commitment. I urge the Ministry to ensure these CSFs are in place.
Read MoreAs an Adviser to NTUC affiliate, The National Instructors and Coaches Association, I seek MOM’s attention to uplift this group of freelancers for their better job and income security and well-being.
Read MoreEducation for children with SEN has made tremendous progress in the last 20 years in Singapore, thanks to MOE and partners. I urge MOE to continue to expand its vision to meet the lifelong learning needs of this special community, so they will thrive and not be left behind.
Read MoreFor our education system to be relevant and ready for the future, we must identify and work on the game changers to significantly move the needle.
Read MoreHere is a list of my speeches made in parliament on Education over the past few years: https://www.denisephua.sg/education-speeches
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