{
  "id": 13654766,
  "title": "‘We will consider closing schools’ — Desmond Lee says MOE may postpone exams if haze PSI forecast exceeds 300 in Singapore",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/we-will-consider-closing-schools-desmond-lee-says-moe-may-postpone",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-11T04:30:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Independent Singapore",
    "slug": "the-independent-singapore",
    "url": "https://theindependent.sg/we-will-consider-closing-schools-desmond-lee-says-moe-may-postpone-exams-if-haze-psi-forecast-exceeds-300-in-singapore"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Education Minister Desmond Lee announced on Oct 10 that Singapore's schools may be closed and national examinations postponed if the next-day 24-hour PSI forecast exceeds 300. This decision comes after a haze event that could impact the health of students and staff. The Ministry of Education (MOE) will assess conditions daily and make decisions on opening schools the following day. Lessons and national examinations will continue in enclosed venues equipped with air purifiers. Schools are also prepared to take further safety measures if necessary. Parents will receive closure updates by 8 pm the previous evening through their schools and MOE's official platforms. Students who miss national exams can apply for Special Consideration through their schools. MOE will share more information via Parents Gateway over the weekend. The decision to close schools or postpone exams will be based on the latest haze forecast, prioritizing students' health and well-being.",
  "summary": "Summary Education Minister Desmond Lee said schools may close and national examinations may be postponed if the next-day 24-hour PSI forecast exceeds 300. Lessons and national examinations will continue in enclosed venues with air purifiers while schools prepare to step up safety measures. Schools will inform parents of closure decisions by around 8 pm the previous evening through school channels…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}