Eugene Tan change stance on Hougang BE

[alantan27]

But Singapore Management University law professor and Nominated MP Eugene Tan told BT that while a coming by-election is certainly a possibility, he views the update more as a 'routine move'.

Said Mr Tan: 'I actually think the by-election is likely to be later rather than sooner - sometime in the last quarter of this year, perhaps.'

'A later by-election would not only mean that the PAP (People's Action Party) would be more prepared, but also that some of the policies which have been put in place to deal with hot-button issues would have time to work their way through the system. There could be some positive outcomes from this, which could translate into electoral dividends, and I think this is what the PAP is hoping for.'

A little bit different from what he has said earlier on. Why dont he say: PM Lee is likely to hold BE soon because he know that constitution required him to do so. And any delay is not going to do PAP any good

 

[alantan27]

By stating the above, Eugene has indirectly admit that it is not required for PM to hold BE anytime soon

 

[Thick Face Black Heart]

Eugene's "soon" means nothing. Don't expect him to get precise on what the govt is obliged to do.

What he has done is set the tone. His statements all along have been non-contradictory, and they clearly suggest the establishment/govt is planning for a by-election this year (a decision made quite early on). Whether 1st or 2nd half PMO can decide on the flip of a switch.

 

[Varuna]

Just like a fart after a hearty meal, and exactly the kind of crap I can expect from whenever Eugene Tan starts to open his mouth.