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People’s Action Party (PAP) new candidate Ivan Lim has decided not to stand in the general election. The party has accepted his decision to withdraw.
In a statement sent to Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, the party’s secretary-general, Mr Lim said:
“I am writing to withdraw as a PAP candidate in the coming election. In recent days, there have been various allegations made about my conduct and behaviour. Following my clarification this morning, further allegations have emerged against me. These new allegations are baseless.
“I appreciate the support the Party has given to me throughout this period. I have consulted and discussed the matter with the Party leadership. I recognise that the controversy over my candidacy has eclipsed the core issues of what this election should be about – Singapore’s future and the difficult steps we have to take to recover from Covid-19.
“The controversy has also caused intense pain and stress for my family. I cannot put my family through this. I thank the Party for giving me this opportunity to serve.”
Mr Lee said: “Thank you for your letter. I accept your withdrawal as a candidate in the coming election.
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