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Was inferior composite wood used for MRT sleepers?

[UPDATE: LTA has issued a statement on its Facebook page assuring the public that MRT sleepers are indeed made of quality timber. It describes SPH's article alleging otherwise as "inaccurate" and "irresponsible" - 'LTA: MRT sleepers are made of quality timber'.] On 14 May 2013, ST reported that SMRT and LTA will accelerate...

LTA: We’ve appointed a caretaker to look after abandoned MRT site

A resident living in 6th Ave wrote to TR Emeritus (TRE) to highlight his concerns that an abandoned MRT site at 6th Ave may breed mosquitoes ('Who will ensure that abandoned MRT sites don’t breed mosquitoes?'). He even took pictures of the abandoned site: He said, "The MRT site at 6th Ave used to be buzzing with lots of activities...

Government is reviewing policies in key areas

Speaking at a National Day dinner in Sengkang yesterday (3 Aug), DPM Teo said the Govt is reviewing policies in key areas, such as housing, education and healthcare to help Singaporeans. He said the feedback from the Our Singapore Conversation initiative has been useful. Some 46,000 Singaporeans have shared their views since...