Mr Tan said in his blog that all MPs enjoy parliamentary privilege, which gives them immunity from prosecution and civil lawsuits for the statements they make in the Chamber so that they may speak freely on matters and issues.
“Nonetheless, the onus also lies with every MP to apply due diligence and responsibility even as we exercise this privilege. Statements made must be based on facts or well-substantiated information,” he said.
“The Committee of Privileges thus takes any formal complaint about breaches of Privilege seriously, and I, as the Speaker of Parliament, am the Chair of this SSC (Standing Select Committee).”
The committee has released special reports to Parliament, summarising the key points from evidence given by Ms Khan, as well as involved parties including the leaders of the Workers’ Party.
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