SINGAPORE, Jan. 8 -- The Leader of the House Indranee Rajah has moved a motion for Parliament to decide whether Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh should continue as Leader of the Opposition following his conviction for giving false evidence to a parliamentary committee.

According to CNA, the motion will be tabled for debate at a sitting on or after January 13.

The motion argues that Singh's continued tenure "would undermine the standing of parliament and public confidence in the integrity of Singapore's political system," and labels his behaviour "dishonourable and unbecoming of a Member of Parliament."

"Whatever course of action the WP may take, it is necessary for parliament to take notice of Mr Singh's actions and convictions, and d...