Just curious, who pays for these dinners?
Also, were you impressed by the quality of these speeches ie. frozen meat & house brands?
TOL: One could actually save more by not eating meat at all. Why stop at frozen food ?
Maybe there was some meat to the speech but it was not reported below
TOL: And being bald also means that there is no more need to use house-brand hair gel, hair spray, hair shampoo or hair conditioner
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S'poreans urged to take precautions in case a downturn occurs
By S Ramesh, Channel NewsAsia
SINGAPORE : Several constituencies have started hosting National Day dinners this weekend.In their speeches at these National Day functions, ministers and MPs have been urging Singaporeans to take precautions in case there is an economic downturn.
At the same time, they have also been urging the nation to prepare itself for the future and seize the many opportunities that arise.
Speaking at the Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC National Day Dinner on Saturday night, Defence Minister and MP for the area, Teo Chee Hean, noted that Singaporeans are shopping wisely.
The consumption of frozen meat has gone up and the sale of house brands has also increased. All these have helped to lower the cost of the weekly shopping basket.
Most importantly, Mr Teo stressed that the community spirit is strong. Constituencies have received generous donations, including rice and other necessities, for distribution to needy residents. - CNA/ms
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