Yah Lah But #749: Pritam Singh Loses Appeal Against Conviction & MRT Delay Sparks Calls for Better Comms
Dec 5, 2025
The podcast dives into the High Court's ruling that upheld Pritam Singh's conviction for misleading a parliamentary committee, sparking political discussions. The hosts analyze the implications of this verdict on Singh and the Workers' Party, debating public perception and potential fallout. Additionally, an East-West Line MRT delay raises concerns about communication failures, prompting suggestions for better passenger alerts. Finally, they share interesting personal anecdotes and a touching story about a rare flower discovery.
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Court Upholds Pritam Singh Conviction
- The High Court upheld Pritam Singh's conviction for lying to the Committee of Privileges based on available evidence.
- Haresh and Terence expected the appeal outcome and saw the judgment as a logical legal decision.
Key Charges Hinged On Timing And Evidence
- The charges involved claims Pritam advised Raisa to clarify her lie and said he wanted her to come clean in Parliament.
- The judgment found timing and evidence inconsistencies that undermined his explanations.
Missed Testimony Hurt His Case
- Analysts noted Pritam didn't call CEC members to testify, which was seen as a missed chance to corroborate his account.
- The hosts view the lack of supporting testimony as weakening his legal position.