Workers' Party (WP)

The Workers' Party (WP) is a major opposition party in Singapore. It gained prominence in 2020 when it secured a record 10 parliamentary seats, leading to the creation of the official Leader of the Opposition (LO) role, which was initially held by WP's Pritam Singh. The WP is currently newsworthy because Pritam Singh has been stripped of his LO title following a conviction for lying. This action, taken by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong after a parliamentary vote, has sparked public debate about the constitutional basis and significance of the LO position. The removal of Singh and the subsequent discussion highlight the ongoing dynamics between the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) and the opposition in Singapore's political landscape, raising questions about the future of the LO role and the WP's influence.