"In a sense, this points to the effectiveness of the process of listening and the honest answers that can be found away from the confrontational nature of political decision-making – however the government needs to show that it really was listening. In his NDR speech, PM Lee spoke at length about how Singapore would find a new way forwards. If this is really to happen, then the government needs to show Singaporeans – whether they are part of a silent majority or not – that they will be heard and listened to. There should be no slippery excuses or inexplicable silences. If the government was serious about having a dialogue with Singaporeans then they should either take steps to protect Bukit Brown from development or give a very good reason why, after indulging in one year of conversation, the clear and stated preference of a majority of Singaporeans to preserve sites such as Bukit Brown, should not be acted upon."
Posted on: Fri, 30 Aug 2013 12:22:34 +0000
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