Workers’ Party concludes probe into Pritam Singh’s conduct

SINGAPORE (Azat TV) – The Workers’ Party (WP) has officially concluded its internal disciplinary investigation into Secretary-General Pritam Singh. The probe, which scrutinized whether Singh breached the party’s constitution following his December 2025 conviction for lying to a parliamentary committee, marks a pivotal moment for the opposition party as it navigates a period of profound leadership uncertainty.

Disciplinary Findings and Upcoming Leadership Review

In a statement released on April 4, 2026, the Workers’ Party announced that its disciplinary panel has completed its review. The panel, comprised of Sengkang GRC Members of Parliament He Ting Ru and Jamus Lim, along with former Hougang MP Png Eng Huat, is scheduled to present its final report and set of recommendations to the party’s Central Executive Committee (CEC) later this month. This presentation will trigger the next phase of the party’s internal process, which includes a highly anticipated special cadre members’ conference.

The Stakes for Pritam Singh’s Future

The conclusion of this investigation comes just months after Singh was removed from his role as the Leader of the Opposition in January 2026, a move prompted by the High Court’s decision to uphold his conviction. The legal case stemmed from Singh’s involvement in guiding former MP Raeesah Khan during the 2021 parliamentary privilege scandal. With the disciplinary report now pending before the CEC, the party is under pressure to resolve questions regarding Singh’s continued suitability to helm the organization. Sources indicate that a group of cadre members had formally requested the special conference, with the central question of whether Singh should step down as party chief expected to dominate the agenda.

Contextualizing the Party’s Internal Process

The disciplinary panel was established in early January 2026 with a mandate to conclude its proceedings within three months to avoid undue delay. The party has maintained that the special cadre members’ conference would only be convened after the panel completed its work to ensure adherence to due process. As the CEC prepares to deliberate on the panel’s findings, the broader political landscape in Singapore remains focused on how the Workers’ Party will reconcile its internal disciplinary outcomes with the ongoing legal and parliamentary scrutiny surrounding its leadership. The Law Society of Singapore has also initiated separate disciplinary proceedings against Singh, further complicating his position as the long-time party leader.

The findings of this disciplinary panel represent the most significant internal challenge to Singh’s leadership in his tenure, as the party must now balance the need for constitutional adherence against the potential political fallout of removing a leader who has defined the Workers’ Party’s modern electoral strategy.