Singapore legislation

Article 5

of Constitution of the Republic of Singapore

Article 5

Amendment of Constitution

Amended by28/2016

Quoted provision

Clause 1

Subject to this Article and Article 8, the provisions of this Constitution may be amended by a law enacted by the Legislature.

Quoted provision

Clause 2

Amended by28/2016

A Bill seeking to amend any provision in this Constitution shall not be passed by Parliament unless it has been supported on Second and Third Readings by the votes of not less than two‑thirds of the total number of Members of Parliament (excluding nominated Members).

Quoted provision

Clause 3

In this Article, “amendment” includes addition and repeal.

Article 5 — Constitution of the Republic of Singapore