New mediation task force set up in Geylang Serai to resolve neighbour disputes early
The task force intends to prevent minor disputes from escalating further.
A new 15-member mediation task force has been established in Geylang Serai to address neighbour disputes early on. The task force, consisting of trained grassroots volunteers, will work to prevent minor misunderstandings from escalating into bigger conflicts. Diana Pang, MP for Marine Parade-Braddell Heights GRC, announced the initiative after receiving feedback from residents during house visits and community interactions.
The task force aims to facilitate early communication between neighbours, tackling issues such as noise or litter along the corridors. Previously, grassroots volunteers had been handling informal mediations with dispute parties. The launch of the task force follows the Government's expansion of its Community Relations Unit (CRU) nationwide to address severe noise and hoarding issues.
Unlike the CRU, which deals with more serious cases, the Geylang Serai task force focuses on preventing disputes from escalating. Clement Yong, chairman of the new task force, emphasized that mediation cases can now be referred directly to the team, facilitating easier tracking of data. Yong, a former district judge, noted that noise complaints are a significant source of disputes in the area.
Law Minister Edwin Tong attended the task force's inauguration, along with Pang, who also opened a new NTUC Health Active Ageing Centre at Block 11 Haig Road. The centre aims to promote active ageing through community programs and social activities, aiding seniors' mental and emotional well-being.
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