Yahoo! News Singapore, 25 Jan 2012The removal of the chiefs of Singapore’s civil defence force and anti-narcotics unit following investigations into allegations of “serious personal misconduct” has riled Singaporeans, especially in wake of the recent ministerial salaries debate.
While specific details of the allegations have not been released, some Singaporeans wonder if the high salaries of senior civil servants are good deterrents against corruption and abuse of high power.
Darren Ong, 21, found the news “shocking” due to the fact that senior civil servants are involved.
“They (senior civil servants) are supposed to be role models for their subordinates and the public. I have lesser confidence in the integrity of the civil service now,” said the Singapore Management University (SMU) student, although he added that it might be an isolated case. Full story
