The Committee of Privileges Hearing on December 15, 2021, focused on allegations against Mr. Pritam Singh, the Leader of the Opposition and Secretary-General of the Workers’ Party (WP). The hearing examined whether he had misled Parliament regarding the party’s actions related to the alleged violations of the law by former WP MP, Raeesah Khan.
During the hearing, Mr. Singh was questioned about his knowledge of Ms. Khan’s false parliamentary statements and the WP’s response to the situation. He maintained that he had acted in good faith, asserting that he was not aware of the falsehoods until after Ms. Khan’s admission. The committee assessed the implications of his testimony, evaluating the broader issues of accountability and transparency within Parliament.
The hearing concluded with a recommendation for further investigation into the matter, underscoring the importance of maintaining the integrity of parliamentary proceedings. The proceedings highlighted the delicate balance between political accountability and the principles of fair representation in the legislative process.
