‘This is the haze, sir’: WP MP Jamus Lim apologises for runny nose in Parliament
SINGAPORE: As he was speaking on the proposed amendments to the Financial Services and Markets Act on Tuesday (Oct 6), Workers’ Party Member of Parliament Jamus Lim (Sengkang) had a bit of a struggle, as he had a runny nose. Assoc Prof Lim could be heard sniffing, and had presumably gone to the podium less than prepared to deal with his condition. Fortunately, some well-timed help came in the…
Singapore's Workers' Party MP Jamus Lim struggled to speak on Tuesday (Oct 6) due to a runny nose while discussing proposed amendments to the Financial Services and Markets Act. The Member of Parliament had seemingly arrived at the podium far less prepared to handle his condition, as he could be heard sniffing and sniffling. Fortunately, his fellow PAP MP Diana Pang (Marine Parade-Braddell Heights) came to his aid, quietly approaching Lim with a tissue and assisting him in wiping his nose.
After expressing gratitude, Lim turned to House Speaker Seah Kian Peng and apologized, saying, "This is the haze, sir." Lim was seen wearing a mask during the session, which further underscored the severity of the haze conditions plaguing Singapore. Netizens praised Pang's gesture, acknowledging that small acts of kindness can make a significant impact in the world of politics.
Lim continued to attend Parliament despite feeling unwell on Wednesday, demonstrating his commitment to public service.
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