Dr. Chee Soon Juan: What makes a good MP

Singaporeans are going to the poll on Friday to elect our Members of Parliament (MP). National interests aside, what are some qualities a good elected MP in Singapore should possess?

Just like how we reached out to popular retiring MP from the People’s Action Party (PAP), Ms. Lee Bee Wah, 59, who has represented the Nee Soon South ward for 14 years for her pointers. We reached out to politicians from other political parties contesting in GE2020 as well. One of them is Dr. Chee Soon Juan, the Secretary-General of the Singapore Democratic Party (SDP), who is contesting in the Bukit Batok SMC ward.

Here are the five pointers which Dr. Chee has kindly shared with us on what he thinks are the qualities needed for a good MP:

1.  Be the leader that the community is looking for – someone who genuinely cares about them, inspires them. 

2.  Be prepared to spend time in the constituency and with the people. 

3. Listen. 

4. Analyse/introduce bills and be prepared to engage in parliamentary debate, not just ask questions. 

5. Go full time. There’s no way that an MP can do 1-4 on a part-time basis.”

Do you agree with Dr. Chee’s points? Drop us a comment.

Staff Writer

Entertaining since 2017.

Recent Posts

Xiaomi Launches New Smart Robot Vacuums in Singapore with Hands-Free, Deep-Cleaning Power

Xiaomi has just introduced two new smart cleaning devices in Singapore, the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum…

7 hours ago

TWG Tea Celebrates SG60 with Limited-Edition Heritage Tea Set Launch

In honour of Singapore’s 60th birthday, TWG Tea is unveiling a special tribute to the…

10 hours ago

Behind the Scenes with Sony at the World Aquatics Championships 2025

Singapore is currently playing host to the prestigious World Aquatics Championships 2025, and thanks to Sony, the…

11 hours ago

Penhaligon’s Celebrates 155 Years of British Perfumery with “Eau So British” Exhibition in Singapore

This August, step into the whimsical world of British scent as Penhaligon’s, the iconic fragrance…

13 hours ago

The Witcher in Concert Makes Its Asian Debut in Singapore This November

The Witcher in Concert is making its Asian premiere in Singapore on 29 and 30…

15 hours ago

AVATR Debuts in Singapore with Flagship EV, the AVATR 11, at Capella Launch Event

Luxury electric vehicle brand AVATR has officially arrived in Singapore, unveiling its sleek flagship model,…

18 hours ago