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=== '''Public and Opposition Concerns''' ===
=== '''Public and Opposition Concerns''' ===
The controversy began in May 2023 with opposition politician Kenneth Jeyaretnam’s allegations that the ministers might be paying below-market rents. This led to public scrutiny, sparking debates about privilege, fairness, and governance.
During the parliamentary debate, Members of Parliament (MPs) raised questions about the rental of government-owned black-and-white bungalows at 26 and 31 Ridout Road by Ministers K Shanmugam and Vivian Balakrishnan. These questions were based on allegations first highlighted by opposition figures and subsequent public discourse.


== Timeline ==
== Timeline ==