13-7-2023 (SINGAPORE) Transport Minister S Iswaran will remain in Singapore during his leave of absence amid an ongoing investigation by the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB), according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) on Thursday. The PMO also stated that Mr Iswaran will have “no access to any official resources and government buildings” during this time.
The CPIB announced on Wednesday that Mr Iswaran was assisting with its investigation into a case it uncovered, but did not provide any further details on the nature of the investigation. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has instructed Mr Iswaran to take a leave of absence until the investigation is completed.
Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has confirmed that other Members of Parliament from Mr Iswaran’s West Coast constituency will cover for his duties, acknowledging that it would be “difficult” for him to undertake those responsibilities himself. Meanwhile, Senior Minister of State Chee Hong Tat will be acting Minister for Transport in Mr Iswaran’s absence.
