ROLE AS A MAYOR

Sometimes, the first step towards new possibilities is simply to turn up and try something new! Join me and my CDC team at the SkillsFuture Festival for Central District. Technology and jobs will keep changing — we want to help our residents build the skills and confidence to grow with these changes. Come curious.

My husband and I are thankful to watch PACE, a heartfelt local film about a former drug addict who sets out to run a marathon to redeem himself. Second Chances, especially for former inmates, is one of the Causes my CDC supports closely. Look out for the release on 8 October!

Yesterday, for Central District, we welcomed the 12th Central Singapore CDC Council — familiar faces who have journeyed with us and many new ones joining for the first time. Thank you for sticking your necks out for the common good. We are stronger together. Let's get to work again!

Query raised on what new jobs and employment pathways are being developed for older workers, lower-wage workers and persons with disabilities who may be unable to transition readily into new occupations as AI and humanoid robots are adopted.

Query on how MAS ensures that dispute resolution for unauthorised banking transactions is fair and accessible to consumers without legal or financial expertise, and whether banks should bear a greater burden of proving adequate fraud-prevention safeguards.

Kitchen of Love @ Central is one of the 52 initiatives by Central Singapore CDC. But really it is about much more than a good meal. For some of our seniors, especially those who live alone, having a reason to step out, meet neighbours and share a meal together can mean a lot.

Query raised on what regulatory and non-regulatory measures are in place to prevent flammable materials from accumulating in public areas, such as along Queen Street, that may pose a fire risk to businesses, residents and visitors.

Asked for the number of fires in the last two years in commercial, non-residential and residential premises, and what preventive actions are or will be taken to reduce fire incidents.

Query raised on whether measures can be taken to reduce the noise and disruptions caused by members of the public who gather along HDB common corridors to watch fireworks displays, including those who picnic there.

So privileged to join the 2026 Yellow Ribbon Run, with the theme 'A Nation Beyond Second Chances'.