Singapore legislation

Clause 6

of Constitution of the Republic of Singapore (Amendment) Bill

Clause 6

Amendment of Article 69

Article 69 of the Constitution is amended —

(a)

by inserting the word “and” at the end of clause (1)(a);

(b)

by deleting paragraphs (b) and (c) of clause (1) and substituting the following paragraph:“(b)not more than 20 members.”;

(c)

by inserting, immediately after clause (1), the following clauses:“(1A) Up to 10 members may be permanent members appointed for life.(1B) Unless appointed for life, a member shall be appointed for a period of 3 years.”; and

(d)

by deleting the words “clause (1)(c)” in clause (3) and substituting the words “clause (1B)”.