On whether scrapping the pension scheme will cause some?movements ' of political office holders, SMU Assistant Professor of Law, Eugene Tan, felt that the possibility exists. However, he pointed out that even if that happens, as long as the office holders have a degree of political maturity prior to entering office, people need not worry that scrapping the scheme will bring adverse impact. Eugene Tan felt that the pros exceed the cons. Most civil servants have stopped receiving pensions, abolishing the scheme for political office holders will thus render their salary package more reasonable and fair. On the establishment of a ?National Bonus', Eugene Tan commented that if the Government accepts the committee's recommendation, it will send the message that it is not just about numbers alone, but that the Government will ensure that economic growth is inclusive, and society is cohesive.?
Lianhe Wanbao