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S'poreans can still enjoy quality housing despite population increase
By Monica Kotwani | Posted: 20 November 2011 1603 hrs <LINK rel=image_src href="http://www.channelnewsasia.com/imagegallery/store/phpSRLofE.gif">
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Mr Teo at the opening of Punggol Point Walk on 20 Nov 2011.[/TD]
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SINGAPORE: Deputy Prime Minister Teo Chee Hean said Singapore can still have good quality housing in "a wonderful setting", despite the increase in its population.

He cited Punggol Point Walk, which he officially opened on Sunday morning, as an example of how this can be achieved.

"These parks around Punggol illustrate that we can still find the space for good quality housing for Singaporeans, provided we design and plan them well, and also that Singaporeans pitch in to help look after all the facilities that we have," he said.

Mr Teo said the lead agency, Urban Redevelopment Authority, engaged grassroots and residents in the planning and designing of the park and its facilities.

He also added that the park shows that the government is committed to building affordable housing for Singaporeans.

He added that facilities in recreational areas have now become more elderly-friendly.

This will make it easier for Singapore's growing elderly population to enjoy an active life.

The opening of the Walk was held in conjunction with the GRC's Seniors' Sports Day.

- CNA/ck