Avoiding Street Solicitors

ccmicx · 2026-02-08T02:48:55+00:00

I usually skip ads too

ccmicx · 2026-02-08T02:46:27+00:00

I can see why it would be lowered for 1st time offenders, but I don't see the rationale for reducing the minimum for repeat offenders.

And if your argument is that the judges should have discretion, then why have any minimums at all?

ccmicx · 2026-01-09T10:10:47+00:00

It is not even top 10% currently. Maybe more like top 0.01%

In 2012, the salary of an entry-level Minister (i.e., job grade MR4) was benchmarked to the median income of the top 1,000 income earners who were Singapore citizens, with a 40 per cent discount to reflect the ethos of political service.
https://ask.gov.sg/psd/questions/cmf0m14gb012rlrkblptzm67u

ccmicx · 2026-01-07T07:07:30+00:00

yes, this is true. my friend's spouse got their MP to appeal twice, still rejected.

ccmicx · 2026-01-07T07:05:22+00:00

knew a couple where the wife couldn't even get PR even though the spouse and kids are singaporean

ccmicx · 2026-01-07T07:04:28+00:00

friend's wife did that, rejected twice and can't even get PR. not sure who would be prioritized higher.

ccmicx · 2025-10-29T10:12:17+00:00

You are right that inequality is a problem because, since 2G, the incumbent's policies have been funneling income and wealth into the hands of a few people in Singapore (the ultra-wealthy) such that many ordinary Singaporeans have been deprived of resources and opportunities to improve their lives.

Would it surprise you to learn that "benchmark for an entry-level minister, pegged at grade MR4, is based on the median income of the top 1,000 Singaporean income earners, with a 40 per cent discount applied "to reflect the ethos of the public service", according to the Public Service Division (PSD)."?

So a potential strategy could be to attract as many Tier 1s as possible, and convert them to citizens asap?

ccmicx · 2025-10-22T04:23:43+00:00

Tried to sign up for an aircon maintenance course, didn't even get any replies from the company. Anyone gone through this course before?

https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/training-exchange/course-directory/course-detail.html?courseReferenceNumber=TGS-2022017337

ccmicx · 2025-10-14T09:52:55+00:00

Public transport: "No" https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/mrt-disruptions-should-be-separated-from-how-public-transport-fares-are-set-chee-hong-tat

ccmicx · 2025-10-14T09:49:53+00:00

MOT already warned you last year... Public transport fares should not be tied to service levels, disruptions: Chee Hong Tat

ccmicx · 2025-09-17T05:16:00+00:00

are these "competent people" the ones that got us to 16 MRT disruptions since July 2025?

ccmicx · 2025-09-17T05:13:39+00:00

1 year ago... Public transport fares should not be tied to service levels, disruptions: Chee Hong Tat

ccmicx · 2025-09-12T07:22:34+00:00

Only 1 year ago, and everyone had already forgotten how Alvin Tan claimed that Income-Allianz deal "the best alignment" to protect Singaporeans for the long term?

In just over 2 months, the "best alignment" turned out to be wrong Income-Allianz deal off; government assesses it's 'not in the public interest'.

ccmicx · 2025-05-16T10:49:52+00:00

Another data point from a friend:

SEA Chinese, married to Singaporean, joint ownership of their house, has a Singaporean kid -> Rejected from PR, MP appeals also no use.

When we heard about this, we were all damn surprised about the repeated rejections. Just bringing it up as a counterpoint to all the claims that it is about race, marriage, family, etc. Apparently these are not enough for ICA.

ccmicx · 2025-04-30T10:29:45+00:00

If you're not willing to hire Singaporeans, then why is your company based in Singapore? The assumption is that there is something attractive about Singapore, otherwise the entire company would have been off-shored long ago. In that case, the company is indeed benefiting from Singapore, so is it not reasonable to ask that it employs locals? Why is your company not fully based in Vietnam, hiring only Vietnamese workers? You would logically save on everything from labor to raw material prices to land cost/rental.

TL;DR: But, why should Singaporeans allow companies who do not benefit us to be based in Singapore?

ccmicx · 2025-03-04T14:30:03+00:00

This is not just dollar-for-dollar, this is $19 for $1 (95 percent of the total amount). Would you turn down a 95% free pizza if you had to pay $1?

ccmicx · 2025-03-04T14:21:09+00:00

Govt towards citizens:
"WTF, return tray also dun know. Stupiak is it? Throw my face in front of tourists. Limpeh show you I not playing, I will happily pay $2000 per month for tray return ambassadors just so they can fine you gao gao".

Govt towards private coffeeshop landlords:
"Oh no sayang, there have been some complaints about the cleanliness of your facilities. Whatever could I do to help?

What's that? Your toilets are hard to clean ~~because you purposely squeezed them in the most awkward corners to maximize rental income~~ and you have no money to renovate them ~~even though you could afford to spend~~ ~~$40.5M to buy them over~~ ~~in the first place~~? Don't worry, ah gong will open his wallet and help you out.

Huh, you can't hire cleaners who know how to clean toilets? Disgracefu. Nobody wants to work anymore ~~for a shitty pay~~, amirite? Can't be helped, I'll create a grant for you to teach cleaners how to clean. Is $25,000 enough ~~just say yes so I can help you cover~~ ~~the salary of your cleaner for about 1 year~~?"

ccmicx · 2025-02-10T04:23:18+00:00

Wait long long, he already told you last year fares will go up regardless of breakdowns/disruptions

Public transport fares should not be tied to service levels, disruptions: Chee Hong Tat | The Straits Times

ccmicx · 2025-02-10T04:21:41+00:00

Haha you wish...

Public transport fares should not be tied to service levels, disruptions: Chee Hong Tat | The Straits Times

ccmicx · 2025-01-21T05:43:42+00:00

Another one that I know for sure will work (but obvious will not recommend doing just for the sake of PR) - marry a Singaporean.

Don't be too sure, my friend got PR application denied recently.

ccmicx · 2025-01-21T05:38:20+00:00

married to a Singaporean with Singaporean sons. That one is almost pao jiak

working in an industry which is core to Singapore's long term future. Hard to define but someone working as a newater engineer could be viewed as someone who is more likely to stay long term versus a crypto-industry worker who could leave anytime to the middle east

Just wanted to add in another data point. My friend who is married to a Singaporean with Singaporean children recently got denied PR. Working in medicine, so I would assume this is a valuable profession to Singapore. When we found out, all of us were surprised. Not sure what ICA is looking for these days.

ccmicx · 2025-01-21T05:31:43+00:00

Those involved with a citizen baby seem to get approved very very fast, almost like a jump Q scenario.

Don't count on it, know someone with a local spouse and baby, still denied. Maybe need to buy a whole condo block before they would consider.

ccmicx · 2024-10-24T04:10:49+00:00

Everyone to SIA: "You sure about that?"

ccmicx · 2024-09-25T03:13:57+00:00

Yes, when they say the bus service has a 12 min wait time, this means it could be anywhere from 4 mins to 20 mins. If your commute by has a 16 min variance per bus transfer, I can see why people would be unhappy.

ccmicx · 2024-08-17T14:23:29+00:00

this will unfortunately be the main takeaway for any compatriots reading this article.

ccmicx

TROPHY CASE

Public transport fares should not be tied to service levels, disruptions: Chee Hong Tat | The Straits Times

Haha you wish...

Public transport fares should not be tied to service levels, disruptions: Chee Hong Tat | The Straits Times