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Apr 23, 2024 · Learn about the legislative power of Singapore, the unicameral Parliament and the President. Find the latest news, announcements, reports, bills and votes of Parliament.
- List of Current MPs
You may view the list of current Members of Parliament here.
- Official Reports (Parl Debates)
Official Reports (Parl Debates) - Parliament of Singapore...
- Order Papers
Order Papers - Parliament of Singapore (PARL)
- Visit & Learn
The dates of Parliament sittings are announced through the...
- Find MP(s) in My Constituency
There are 31 constituencies in Singapore, comprising 14...
- About Us
One of Parliament's main functions is to make laws for the...
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Virtual Meeting between Singapore Parliament and National...
- History
1958. The British Parliament passed a State of Singapore Act...
- List of Current MPs
The Parliament of Singapore is the unicameral legislature of the Republic of Singapore, which governs the country alongside the president of Singapore.
- Branches of Government
- Unicameral
- Election of Speaker of Parliament
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The Government in Singapore is modelled after the Westminster system, with 3 separate branches: the Legislature (which comprises the President and Parliament), the Executive (which comprises Cabinet Ministers and office-holders, and is led by the Prime Minister) and the Judiciary. The Legislature makes the laws of the land. The Executive administer...
Being unicameral, the Parliament of Singapore has only one House. The Members of Parliament (MPs) are voted in at regular General Elections. The leader of the political party that secures the majority of seats in Parliament will be asked by the President to become the Prime Minister (PM). The PM will then select his Ministers from elected MPs to fo...
When the new Parliament meets for the first time after a General Election, the Speaker will be elected. The "life" of each Parliament is 5 years from the date of its first meeting or Sitting. A General Election must be held within 3 months of the dissolution of Parliament. Functions of Parliament
Learn how the Government of Singapore is modelled after the Westminster system, with 3 separate branches: the Legislature, the Executive and the Judiciary. Find out the functions and roles of Parliament, the President, the Prime Minister and the Cabinet.
Learn how the Cabinet is appointed and led by the Prime Minister, and how it is responsible to Parliament. The Cabinet is the executive organ of the state and responsible for all government policies and administration.
Learn about the structure and roles of MPs in Singapore Parliament, which consists of 98 members from different categories. Find out how MPs are elected, appointed or declared, and how they represent the community and the Government.
There are 31 constituencies in Singapore, comprising 14 single-member constituencies (SMCs) and 17 group representation constituencies (GRCs). This section allows you to find out which constituency a residential address falls under. You will also find the list of MP (s) for that constituency.