Singapore Opposition Leader Singh Charged in Lying Scandal
- Singh pleaded not guilty, will continue with lawmaker duties
- Prosecutors intend to seek a fine if Singh is convicted
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Singapore opposition leader Pritam Singh was charged with two counts under the Parliament Act in connection with a lying scandal involving a former lawmaker.
Singh was charged Tuesday in a Singapore court for “willfully making false answers to material questions” during an examination by the Committee of Privileges, according to a statement from the police and Attorney-General’s Chambers. Singh, who heads the opposition Workers’ Party, pleaded not guilty.