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Singapore's Pritam Singh disbarred amid political scrutiny

Pritam Singh, the leader of Singapore's Workers' Party, has been disbarred by the law society following a disciplinary hearing. This decision stems from his conviction for lying to a parliamentary committee investigating statements made by former MP Raeesah Khan. Analysts suggest this ruling will have a minimal impact on Singh's political standing due to existing public fatigue with the prolonged saga. AI

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Singapore's Pritam Singh disbarred amid political scrutiny

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jean Iau,Kolette Lim ·

    Will disbarment of Singapore’s Pritam Singh further dent his political standing?

    The disbarment of Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh in Singapore is a professional blow for the leading opposition figure, but is not expected to further damage his political standing. Singh, 50, was struck off the roll of advocates and solicitors in a disciplinary hearing on Thu…