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The Scrutiny Gap: Who Decides Who’s Accountable?
Imagine two cases of equal seriousness landing on the same desk. One is pursued with relentless scrutiny. The other is quietly set aside, because the person involved has the “right” connections. That disparity would do more to destroy public trust than the alleged wrongdoing ever could. The question is whether this scenario is hypothetical in Singapore? Even if the 'perception' is that accountability depends on who you are rather than what you have done, what message would th
Julie O'Connor
Jan 164 min read


If You Never Lift the Rug, It’s Easy to Claim the Floor is Clean.
30 April 2025 “When a mistake is made, just come clean. Don’t cover it up.” ~ Minister Vivian Balakrishnan Dear Prime Minister Lawrence...
Julie O'Connor
Apr 30, 20259 min read


The Silence of the Canaries
Growing up in a mining region in the UK, I learned early on about the vital role of canaries in keeping miners safe . These small birds...
Julie O'Connor
Nov 1, 20248 min read


Short on Evidence: A Sentence for One and Silence for Another
Yesterday's headline let us know that Tan Kheng Yeow, also known as Wilson Tan , had been sentenced to eight months in jail for false...
Julie O'Connor
Aug 30, 20246 min read


The Nexus of Power and Justice
Why Did Desmond Get Involved Again? It's uncertain whether Desmond Lee's actions were driven by explicit instructions to publicly support...
Julie O'Connor
May 16, 202412 min read

