As has been widely discussed on a "particular" Singapore forum, one of the considerations faced by those of us who decide to become Singapore permanent residents, is the fact that we are agreeing to our children serving compulsory National Service when they "come of age".
This in my mind, is probably the major factor in the decision-making process. However, it is still our choice whether to become a PR or not. The SG Government are very forthcoming and transparent when it comes to this requirement. It is outlined quite clearly throughout the application process.
As is well known, NS is not a "choice" for male Singapore citizens. It could well be a choice for some Australian criminals in the latest plans put forward by senior police.
People convicted of serious assault would be offered two years' army service instead of a jail sentence under a radical plan.
The proposal is being floated by senior police in Victoria, and will be put to Defence Department officials, lawyers and the Justice Department.
It is backed by victims of assaults and their families, who say it's time to tackle the the state's violence head-on.
This in my mind, is probably the major factor in the decision-making process. However, it is still our choice whether to become a PR or not. The SG Government are very forthcoming and transparent when it comes to this requirement. It is outlined quite clearly throughout the application process.
As is well known, NS is not a "choice" for male Singapore citizens. It could well be a choice for some Australian criminals in the latest plans put forward by senior police.
People convicted of serious assault would be offered two years' army service instead of a jail sentence under a radical plan.
The proposal is being floated by senior police in Victoria, and will be put to Defence Department officials, lawyers and the Justice Department.
It is backed by victims of assaults and their families, who say it's time to tackle the the state's violence head-on.
