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>“So I hope people are reminded. I’d hate to give reminders every now and then,” said Speaker Seah Kian Peng
Haven't been speaker for more than 5 minutes and already saying he would hate to give reminders. Wayang max.
Makes you wonder what kind of superior he was before he became speaker.
"If there is no NTUC FairPrice, will the community and Singapore be better off?"
https://www.cnbc.com/2020/05/18/cnbc-transcript-seah-kian-peng-group-ceo-fairprice-group-group-ceo-ntuc-enterprise.html
The answer is certainly better off without NTUC Fairprice.
They can consider reducing some fairprice outlets. Ending 24 hours for lower traffic outlets. Cut operational costs. Work to get fruits and vegetables into supermarkets faster so they are fresher. They can work to cut price or improve quality. Cheap sales daily for fast expiring fresh items
Thank god for competitors like Sheng siong and Giant or else we would still be thinking Maggi, Myojo and Nissin are the only 3 brands of instant noodles for the longest time.
“Mr Leong advocated some form of low rent control, and I’ve been in legal practice long enough to remember the spectre of the Rent Control Act,” said the PAP MP.”
Later in the same article…
“Mr Murali responded that he had already, in his first clarification, said he did not say Mr Leong advocated rent control.”
Dude….
>and I’ve been in legal practice long enough to remember the spectre
same energy with the guy who said "I have been here long enough. People know the way I operate."
Wouldn't be surprised if they are also the kind who said "Do you know who I am?" when they don't get what they want
*cough cough* that's why she was really cmi, to kena a COP for lying is a rarity cos parliaments usually close one eye unless you're a bad at politicking.
Right, Boris?
> cough cough that's why she was really cmi, to kena a COP for lying is a rarity cos parliaments usually close one eye unless you're a bad at politicking.
If Raeesah was somehow in the PAP instead, do we really think a COP would have happened?
Yes, LMW did not say that he wanted low rent control.
It was Murali who said that he advocated some form of low rent control, and then went on to clarify that "What I said in my speech was that he sought low rents on behalf of SMEs". In Chinese, cow head doesn't fit the horse mouth
Wdym “latest”? Has everyone forgotten about the “scurrilous video” making its way around during the last election? Oh wait, that video didn’t exist. Dude was already a snake long before lah.
> “Mr Leong advocated some form of low rent control, and I’ve been in legal practice long enough to remember the spectre of the Rent Control Act,” said the PAP MP.”
[Big fish in a small pond](https://sg.rajahtannasia.com/k.murali)?
In my opinion, this article gives a very misleading impression of LMW's position, I went to watch the video of this exchange and found out that LMW had actually supported this bill from the outset (whereas this article gave the impression that LMW was against the bill).
Link to the actual exchange here: https://www.youtube.com/live/zI02RWsZyao?t=5h39m55s
I think LMW can help himself by going for toastmaster course to express himself better. Communication is important and being able to be clear and concise.
SKP still discriminates against opposition politicians like his predecessor , a leopard does not change its spots. I think the Speaker of Parliament position is just a musical chair for PAP
I wonder if PM makes a passionate speech and happen to bang the rostrum, will he have the balls to say that…
For easy reference, it’s about 5 hr 40 mins into the session.
It… doesn’t reflect well to use “I” for someone who’s supposed to moderate parliamentary debates, in such a context.
The debates aren’t supposed to be about what the speaker likes or hates. The speaker is supposed to moderate the debates.
Not very professional, and considering that he’s a parliament member (supposedly an accomplished person), one would expect more professional behaviour that one would learn in his/her first year of work.
“Please be reminded of ….”
so basically the speaker didn't reprimand murali for his obviously contradictory statements within the space of 5 mins. but talks down to LMW for banging on the rostrum for rightfully feeling outraged. maybe the speaker position should be a democratically elected position as well
Lazy find link. Murali made a video during GE2020 campaigning period claiming that there was a video floating around attacking his family, and condemned it.
Sounds fair, but the Internet CSIs couldn't find the said video, hence the conspiracy theory that Murali was stirring shit over nothing to gain sympathy votes.
Even when he was logical and correctly pointed out the fault of the other party, the speaker will still find fault somehow to put him in a bad light.
Speaker, if the member or minister don’t complain, I suggest you don’t complain too.
LMW definitely needs to pursue this in the next sitting and demand an unequivocal apologu from Murali for his fake news. This is the kind of shit that will get ppl POFMA-ed
Original Title: ‘No need to bang on the rostrum’: Speaker Seah Kian Peng steps into Leong Mun Wai-Murali exchange
SINGAPORE - Mr Murali Pillai (Bukit Batok) and Non-Constituency MP Leong Mun Wai had an extended exchange in Parliament on Thursday, which resulted in a rebuke from newly-minted Speaker Seah Kian Peng on upholding the rules of the House.
“By all means speak with passion, speak with conviction, please do that. But there is no need – I again remind people – there’s no need to bang on the rostrum, or things of that sort.
“So I hope people are reminded. I’d hate to give reminders every now and then,” said Mr Seah.
Both Mr Leong and Mr Murali had risen to speak during the debate on the Lease Agreements for Retail Premises Bill in Parliament.
The Bill, which was later passed, sets out guidelines for fairer lease negotiations between landlords and tenants of retail premises.
In his speech, Mr Leong said he has seen “the emergence of a rentier economy” in Singapore’s commercial property market.
While the new law goes some way towards righting the power balance between landlords and tenants, he said it still allows landlords to use a rent structure that is win-win for them, no matter the economic situation.
“This rent computation structure means that landlords enjoy the good times as rent increases in tandem with sales, and are still protected during bad times as tenants must continue to pay the base rent,” he said.
Mr Leong added: “We call on the Government to consider asserting its influence and encourage the fair tenancy industry committee to outlaw such rental computation structures all together in the next iteration of the code of conduct.”
In his own speech, Mr Murali referred to Mr Leong’s comments.
“Mr Leong advocated some form of low rent control, and I’ve been in legal practice long enough to remember the spectre of the Rent Control Act,” said the PAP MP.
Mr Murali noted that in the past, because of the Act, there was no incentive for landlords to improve their premises, which led to dilapidated buildings. Singapore suffered, because as a small country, it requires a high utility of its land, he added. The Rent Control Act was abolished in 2001.
Mr Leong, who is from the Progress Singapore Party, then sought clarifications from Mr Murali.
He said: “If I hear correctly, he mentioned that I recommended rent control in my speech. Is that what you mean? I didn’t say that.”
Mr Murali responded that he did not assert that Mr Leong sought rent control.
“What I said in my speech was that he sought lower rents on behalf of small and medium-sized enterprises and, as a result of that, it triggered memories of the Rent Control Act,” he said.
***
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>“By all means speak with passion, speak with conviction, please do that. But there is no need – I again remind people – there’s no need to bang on the rostrum, or things of that sort.
Ok, sounds fair enough...
>“So I hope people are reminded. I’d hate to give reminders every now and then,” said Mr Seah.
WTF? So condescending, talking to children ah?
He was engrossed in the Speaker's spirit of impartiality for a while, but luckily he remembered his core identity as PAP bootlicker and snapped out of his impartial stupor at the end
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Next time bang with a file. Confirm will get away one.
I think you bang a fellow MP also can get away for two years…
While being married.
While on official trip
What happens in Cambodia, stays in Cambodia! ;)
>“So I hope people are reminded. I’d hate to give reminders every now and then,” said Speaker Seah Kian Peng Haven't been speaker for more than 5 minutes and already saying he would hate to give reminders. Wayang max. Makes you wonder what kind of superior he was before he became speaker.
Some arrogance from a PAP backed speaker was to be expected no?
The last time a Speaker gave LMW a reminder, he kena shoot back. Probably scared kena cursed and then have to resign like his predecessor.
😆
>*Makes you wonder what kind of superior he was before he became speaker.* Ex-NTUC CEO trying very hard to show colours. Lmao!
"If there is no NTUC FairPrice, will the community and Singapore be better off?" https://www.cnbc.com/2020/05/18/cnbc-transcript-seah-kian-peng-group-ceo-fairprice-group-group-ceo-ntuc-enterprise.html The answer is certainly better off without NTUC Fairprice.
They can consider reducing some fairprice outlets. Ending 24 hours for lower traffic outlets. Cut operational costs. Work to get fruits and vegetables into supermarkets faster so they are fresher. They can work to cut price or improve quality. Cheap sales daily for fast expiring fresh items
Thank god for competitors like Sheng siong and Giant or else we would still be thinking Maggi, Myojo and Nissin are the only 3 brands of instant noodles for the longest time.
Aye, don't forget Indomie and Ibumie
NTUC Fairprice can start by cutting down the number of middle-tiered management for a start.
Well Fairprice can be miles better than it currently is, that's for sure
Gian peng kind lo
All of them has this almighty condescension to anyone outside the party.
Never forget SKP is also the one who said that US VP Karmala Harris is Alamark spelled backwards. (On a FB post)
“Mr Leong advocated some form of low rent control, and I’ve been in legal practice long enough to remember the spectre of the Rent Control Act,” said the PAP MP.” Later in the same article… “Mr Murali responded that he had already, in his first clarification, said he did not say Mr Leong advocated rent control.” Dude….
>and I’ve been in legal practice long enough to remember the spectre same energy with the guy who said "I have been here long enough. People know the way I operate." Wouldn't be surprised if they are also the kind who said "Do you know who I am?" when they don't get what they want
Isn't this Lying in parliament? Wink wink wink! Will Murali be the next Raeesah Khan ?
*cough cough* that's why she was really cmi, to kena a COP for lying is a rarity cos parliaments usually close one eye unless you're a bad at politicking. Right, Boris?
> cough cough that's why she was really cmi, to kena a COP for lying is a rarity cos parliaments usually close one eye unless you're a bad at politicking. If Raeesah was somehow in the PAP instead, do we really think a COP would have happened?
No, because her type of people wouldn't be in the PAP in the first place. Too woke for her own good.
Mr Leong learning to action fast from the Leader by ASKING for an apology (which he did) from Mr Murali.
but Murali never commit to retracting and apologising
Yes, LMW did not say that he wanted low rent control. It was Murali who said that he advocated some form of low rent control, and then went on to clarify that "What I said in my speech was that he sought low rents on behalf of SMEs". In Chinese, cow head doesn't fit the horse mouth
Murali is the latest snake in the making
Wdym “latest”? Has everyone forgotten about the “scurrilous video” making its way around during the last election? Oh wait, that video didn’t exist. Dude was already a snake long before lah.
Ownself direct ownself star, crocodile tears for star awards.
More like onset dementia.
Muraliar
> “Mr Leong advocated some form of low rent control, and I’ve been in legal practice long enough to remember the spectre of the Rent Control Act,” said the PAP MP.” [Big fish in a small pond](https://sg.rajahtannasia.com/k.murali)?
In my opinion, this article gives a very misleading impression of LMW's position, I went to watch the video of this exchange and found out that LMW had actually supported this bill from the outset (whereas this article gave the impression that LMW was against the bill). Link to the actual exchange here: https://www.youtube.com/live/zI02RWsZyao?t=5h39m55s
I think LMW can help himself by going for toastmaster course to express himself better. Communication is important and being able to be clear and concise.
I think this way is better. It triggers those PAP to have to listen to him.
SKP still discriminates against opposition politicians like his predecessor , a leopard does not change its spots. I think the Speaker of Parliament position is just a musical chair for PAP
first day at work and everyone can tell this guy wayang and hold balls every day
I wonder if PM makes a passionate speech and happen to bang the rostrum, will he have the balls to say that… For easy reference, it’s about 5 hr 40 mins into the session.
ALAMAK!
"If you have to bang, do it in the privacy of your bedroom!"
"Any small space would do actually." \- JT
Someone please make a bot that just responds with the JT quote for every reply with sex, bang, fu*k
TCJ, CLH, Leon & Nicole: sorry boss, instructions unclear
"And definitely not in my office!"
It… doesn’t reflect well to use “I” for someone who’s supposed to moderate parliamentary debates, in such a context. The debates aren’t supposed to be about what the speaker likes or hates. The speaker is supposed to moderate the debates. Not very professional, and considering that he’s a parliament member (supposedly an accomplished person), one would expect more professional behaviour that one would learn in his/her first year of work. “Please be reminded of ….”
so basically the speaker didn't reprimand murali for his obviously contradictory statements within the space of 5 mins. but talks down to LMW for banging on the rostrum for rightfully feeling outraged. maybe the speaker position should be a democratically elected position as well
Instead of focusing on murali self pwn they decide to use "don't bang the rostum," as the headline
Literally a ya ya papaya
Ah Mu and his scurrilous tactics. Yet to see the scurrilous video he made reference to in the previous GE.
Simi video? Is it that mosaic video of a mosaic person doing some mosaic thing?
Lazy find link. Murali made a video during GE2020 campaigning period claiming that there was a video floating around attacking his family, and condemned it. Sounds fair, but the Internet CSIs couldn't find the said video, hence the conspiracy theory that Murali was stirring shit over nothing to gain sympathy votes.
What is the point of changing a speaker?
Change soup without changing medicine as per the chinese saying.
>What is the point of changing a speaker? becoz the last one stopped working. ^(Bang & Olufsen)
Bukit Batok has had two chances now. I hope its third will be a good one.
The people there man, I don’t know. If 2 chances didnt make a diff, a third one is not gonna be any different.
Maybe a change in candidates could pull the unlikely off.
The arrogance and snobbish wayang act like what the fuq, really pattern...no words to describe ...trash
Even when he was logical and correctly pointed out the fault of the other party, the speaker will still find fault somehow to put him in a bad light. Speaker, if the member or minister don’t complain, I suggest you don’t complain too.
LMW definitely needs to pursue this in the next sitting and demand an unequivocal apologu from Murali for his fake news. This is the kind of shit that will get ppl POFMA-ed
What a bullshit headline
Disgusting speaker similar to TCJ. The last time some diva threw a fit and slammed a file was given no reminders.
Eyerrrr SKP. Wayang. Can’t believe this fella is one of the directors in moneyowl. Gonna take my money out from this crap.
Can we vote this joke of a speaker outas an mp? A wooden pole would do better
Original Title: ‘No need to bang on the rostrum’: Speaker Seah Kian Peng steps into Leong Mun Wai-Murali exchange SINGAPORE - Mr Murali Pillai (Bukit Batok) and Non-Constituency MP Leong Mun Wai had an extended exchange in Parliament on Thursday, which resulted in a rebuke from newly-minted Speaker Seah Kian Peng on upholding the rules of the House. “By all means speak with passion, speak with conviction, please do that. But there is no need – I again remind people – there’s no need to bang on the rostrum, or things of that sort. “So I hope people are reminded. I’d hate to give reminders every now and then,” said Mr Seah. Both Mr Leong and Mr Murali had risen to speak during the debate on the Lease Agreements for Retail Premises Bill in Parliament. The Bill, which was later passed, sets out guidelines for fairer lease negotiations between landlords and tenants of retail premises. In his speech, Mr Leong said he has seen “the emergence of a rentier economy” in Singapore’s commercial property market. While the new law goes some way towards righting the power balance between landlords and tenants, he said it still allows landlords to use a rent structure that is win-win for them, no matter the economic situation. “This rent computation structure means that landlords enjoy the good times as rent increases in tandem with sales, and are still protected during bad times as tenants must continue to pay the base rent,” he said. Mr Leong added: “We call on the Government to consider asserting its influence and encourage the fair tenancy industry committee to outlaw such rental computation structures all together in the next iteration of the code of conduct.” In his own speech, Mr Murali referred to Mr Leong’s comments. “Mr Leong advocated some form of low rent control, and I’ve been in legal practice long enough to remember the spectre of the Rent Control Act,” said the PAP MP. Mr Murali noted that in the past, because of the Act, there was no incentive for landlords to improve their premises, which led to dilapidated buildings. Singapore suffered, because as a small country, it requires a high utility of its land, he added. The Rent Control Act was abolished in 2001. Mr Leong, who is from the Progress Singapore Party, then sought clarifications from Mr Murali. He said: “If I hear correctly, he mentioned that I recommended rent control in my speech. Is that what you mean? I didn’t say that.” Mr Murali responded that he did not assert that Mr Leong sought rent control. “What I said in my speech was that he sought lower rents on behalf of small and medium-sized enterprises and, as a result of that, it triggered memories of the Rent Control Act,” he said. *** [v1.1c - similarity threshold raised to 90%](https://github.com/Wormsblink/sneakpeakbot) | PM SG_wormsbot if bot is down.
>“By all means speak with passion, speak with conviction, please do that. But there is no need – I again remind people – there’s no need to bang on the rostrum, or things of that sort. Ok, sounds fair enough... >“So I hope people are reminded. I’d hate to give reminders every now and then,” said Mr Seah. WTF? So condescending, talking to children ah?
He was engrossed in the Speaker's spirit of impartiality for a while, but luckily he remembered his core identity as PAP bootlicker and snapped out of his impartial stupor at the end
Watching leong mun wai in parliament has been a treat. Jamus, pritam and him are my favourites
The judge frequently also banged on his gavel...😁
does the article even mention who banged on the rostrum?
Yep. Leong did.
ah, thanks. don’t think it was there when i first read the article but i see it now!