Singapore agencies must subject key Covid-19 expenditures to checks, says public sector accounts watchdog
It asked if mechanisms are in place to relook whether large-scale projects should be delayed or cancelled. "Substantial expenditure had been incurred and will be incurred in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. New grant schemes were implemented to support businesses and individuals, and to deal with the public health and economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic," said the report. "The committee is of the view that while it is important to respond quickly to the evolving pandemic situation, there is a need to ensure proper controls, governance and accountability over the use of public fun...
Source: straitstimes.com